Child Care Assistant (St. Andrews) - Little Infinity Child Care Centre

Manitoba Metis FederationWinnipeg, CA

30+ days ago

Salary

CA$17.95 hourly

Job description

August 20, 2024

Posting #24-15-005

The Infinity Women Secretariat (IWS) is a proud affiliate of the MMF whose main purpose is to promote, empower and enhance the social, culture and economic well-being of Métis Women, Girls, and 2SLGBTQ+ Individuals.

The IWS seeks to fill multiple Child Care Assistant positions within our Little Infinity Child Care Centre located at 12 Hawthorne Place in St. Andrews, MB . The Child Care Assistant's primary responsibility is the care and education of children, as well as assisting in delivering Métis-specific programming and curriculum.

Job Duties / Competencies :

Maintain a learning environment that is positive, relaxed, pleasant, nurturing, and supports Métis specific curriculum;
Establish and maintain a safe and healthy learning environment;
Develop opportunities for children to become stewards of the local environment;
Support children's attempts to resolve their problems and differences with others;
Encourage children to express their feelings and assert their rights in socially acceptable ways;
Respond to incidents and handle emergencies appropriately if they occur;
Maintain program equipment and assist in light housekeeping and cooking duties;
Attend monthly staff meetings to discuss the progress and challenges of children and centre and other discussions as necessary.

Skills and Qualifications :

Recognized 40-hour course;

Minimum of one years' experience as a Child Care Assistant or relevant role with demonstrated ability to deliver programs and services;

Excellent oral and written communication skills;

Effective listening skills;

Dependable, reliable, and punctual;

Valid 1st Aid / CPR Certification;

Circle of Security Certificate an asset;

Clear Vulnerable Sector Check, Criminal Record Check, and Child Abuse Registry Check;

Knowledge of Red River Métis culture, heritage, and language an asset; and,

Ability to travel, valid Manitoba Driver's license with access to a reliable vehicle.

Please submit your resume and cover letter, referencing the job posting number. This posting is open until filled.

The MMF requires a satisfactory criminal record check prior to commencement of employment. The MMF will accept existing criminal record checks if dated within 3 months of your start date. Obtaining this document is not a guarantee of employment.

Preference will be given to qualified Red River Métis applicants and they are encouraged to self-identify on their cover letter. The MMF encourages internal applicants to apply for career opportunities within our Government.