Supervisor - Child Care Centre

St.Amant•Winnipeg, MB

5d•CA$30 - CA$38•Onsite

About The Position

St.Amant is a not-for-profit organization that supports over 5,000 people in Manitoba with developmental disabilities, autism, and acquired brain injury, offering a wide range of supports for adults, children, and their families. The organization is committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. The Early Childhood Educator II/III (ECE II/III) at River Road Children's Centre (RRCC) is responsible for developing, implementing, and evaluating developmental programs for children aged 12 weeks to six years. This role involves planning and implementing activities using Emergent Curriculum and Thematic Curriculum to maximize child development and learning, while optimizing the child's dignity, self-determination, and personal independence. The ECE II/III is responsible for the overall care and well-being of the children, adhering to the Manitoba Child Day Care Standards Act and the Mission and Philosophy of St.Amant and RRCC. The position includes direct interaction with children, guidance for Childcare Assistants, communication with families, and assisting staff with approved projects. St.Amant is a bilingual organization, and proficiency in French and English is an asset.

Requirements

Community College diploma (2-year) or Undergraduate Degree which meets the requirements for Classification as an Early Childhood Educator II/III with the Manitoba Child Day Care Office
Valid Emergency First Aid Certificate and CPR Certificate as prescribed by the Manitoba Early Learning and Child Care
Experience in the implementation of activities, organizing space, equipment and materials for children between the ages of 12 weeks to six years of age
Knowledge of the Best Practices Licensing Manual for Early Learning and Child Care Centres, River Road Child Care Safety Plan, Parent Manual, Infection Control Guideline, Reporting of Child Protection and Child Abuse
Holds a valid Criminal Record Check and Child Abuse Check
Ability to work with minimal supervision
Ability to be a collaborative team player in a team environment
Ability to organize and prioritize work in a fast-paced environment
Ability to generate ideas to improve work procedures and contribute to an environment that fosters growth, development and innovation
Physical ability to use low chairs and to lift, transfer, feed and toilet children
Physically able to wash and disinfect toys and move small furniture and child care equipment

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in both official languages (French/English)

Responsibilities

Developing, implementing, and evaluating developmental programs for infants to preschool age children.
Planning and implementing activities, Emergent Curriculum and Thematic Curriculum for the children.
Providing supports and opportunities to maximize the child's development and learning.
Optimizing the child's dignity, self-determination and personal independence.
Ensuring the overall care and well-being of the children according to the Manitoba Child Day Care Standards Act and the Mission and Philosophy of St.Amant and RRCC.
Directly interacting with the children.
Providing guidance and resources for Childcare Assistants.
Communicating information to families.
Assisting staff to carry out projects which have been approved by St.Amant.
Demonstrating sensitivity towards the children's cultural and socio-economic background.
Acting as a role model to children, parents and Child Care Assistants.
Adhering to and promoting compliance with the policies of the Centre and the requirements of the Manitoba Child Day Care Standards Act.
Designing and implementing daily programs that will stimulate the development of the children's cognitive, physical, social and emotional growth.
Providing information to parents through verbal and written means regarding Centre Programs and children's developmental progress.
Using Incident and Accident Reports to inform parents of children's concerns.
Providing primary care for all children, which promotes positive health, safety and physical development.
Developing effective individualized programming in consultation with appropriate outside agencies or professionals with the knowledge and support of management.
Practicing appropriate behaviour management and guidance techniques according to River Road Child Care Polices: Positive Reinforcement, Redirection, Positive Language and Circle of Security.
Following the program schedule, assigned shift duties and other duties outlined by management.
Understanding and abiding by the Manitoba Child Care Regulations and licensing requirements.