Centre for Aboriginal Human Resource Development Inc.·Winnipeg, Manitoba
The Early Childhood Educator II will create a safe, engaging, and culturally respectful environment while planning play-based learning activities. They are responsible for supporting children's developmental needs, maintaining classroom routines, and ensuring compliance with licensing and safety policies.
NETES is a not-for-profit Indigenous organization supporting the success of Indigenous people in Winnipeg. We offer adult education, skills training and employment services, along with wrap-around services such as daycare, student housing, and health and wellness programming. Rooted in community, respect, and Indigenous values, our work helps build a strong, thriving Indigenous community.
The Opportunity Kookum’s Place is an Indigenous-led, community-centred early learning program dedicated to supporting children and families through relationship-based care that honours Indigenous culture, values, and ways of knowing. Our approach is rooted in respect, connection, and belonging, with a strong emphasis on play-based and land-based learning. We are seeking a passionate, caring, and community-minded Early Childhood Educator II (ECE II) to join our team, Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM, and may occur within or outside the Employer’s core hours of operation, as required. We are proud to provide a warm, inclusive, and child-centred environment where educators play an important role in supporting children’s development, confidence, creativity, and well-being.
Key Responsibilities Create a safe, caring, and engaging environment for children.
Plan and support play-based learning activities.
Build positive relationships with children, families and team members.
Support children’s emotional, social and developmental needs using positive guidance approaches.
Maintain a clean, organized and culturally respectful classroom environment.
Support daily routines including meals, hygiene, rest periods, transitions, and outdoor play.
Observe and support children’s learning and development.
Ensure children’s safety and well-being while following licensing regulations, safety, health and organizational policies.
Participate in team meetings, professional development, and engaging learning opportunities.
Maintain required certifications and professional standards related to early childhood education.
Other related duties as assigned.
Manitoba ECE II Certification. Diploma in Early Childhood Education from a recognized university or college. Current Infant/Child First Aid and CPR Certification Clear Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Check and Child Abuse Registry required.
Experience Minimum two (2) years of experience working in a childcare or early learning environment preferred. Experience supporting children with diverse emotional, developmental, or behavioural needs is considered an asset. Experience working with Indigenous communities and culturally diverse environments.
Additional Requirements NETES requires a clear and satisfactory Criminal Record Check before employment begins. All checks must be dated within three (3) months of the start date.
Apply in person, online at netes.ca/jobs or by email at employerrep@abcentre.org. Please include the competition number in your application. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
NETES is committed to equity and inclusion in employment. Preference will be given to qualified Indigenous candidates in alignment with our organizational mandate and the communities we serve.
Candidates must hold a Manitoba ECE II Certification and a Diploma in Early Childhood Education. A clear Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Check and current Infant/Child First Aid and CPR certification are also required.
Market context
In Manitoba, Early Childhood Educator II roles are typically in steady demand where licensed child care centres need staff who can meet provincial certification and safety requirements. These positions are competitive because employers often look for candidates with Manitoba ECE II Certification, a Diploma in Early Childhood Education, and current checks and first aid credentials. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, then confirm your certification, Vulnerable Sector Check, and CPR/First Aid are current before applying.
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