Makoonsag believes that children are sacred spiritual beings and that caregiving is a sacred responsibility. Makoonsag is child-centered facility that provides high quality early learning and care where children learn values within our Indigenous worldview and Sacred Teachings. Makoonsag implements a play-based program that endeavors to meet the needs of all children enrolled while recognizing each child’s unique path. We are looking for a passionate individual to collaborate on our team.

Applicants must have:

• 40 hour CCA course certificate or ability to attain
• Current First Aid with CPR 
• Ability to provide a clear Criminal Record Check and Child Abuse Registry Check
• Experience working in a holistic, culturally-based early childhood educational setting
• Skill to demonstrate competency in areas of safety and health, the creation of a creative, stimulating and culturally relevant learning environment for infant and pre-school children, and professionalism
• Knowledge and practice of Indigenous cultural approaches to early childhood education or willingness to learn
• Ability to work closely & respectfully with Traditional Elders
• Trained in Circle of Security would be an asset

We offer a competitive salary in line with MCCA’s Salary Scale and paid professional development.