ECE II Kindercare Leader
ECE II Kindercare Leader
Full Description
The Kindercare Leader is responsible for ensuring the development, implementation, and evaluation of the Kindercare curriculum, both indoors and outdoors. You will gain valuable leadership experience while running your own program and mentoring the educators on your small team.
Dawn and Dusk Before and After School Program is a 100-space licensed child care centre looking for a ECE II to join our team in a Kindercare Leader role.
Dawn and Dusk is located in John de Graff School, in North Kildonan.
Working at Dawn and Dusk means you will be part of an inspired team that develops their program based on the emerging interests of the children, welcomes inclusion and diversity, and values outdoor play.
The position is a full time position, starting June 1, 2026.
The shift will be 8:00am - 5:00pm or 8:30am - 5:30pm, with a one-hour unpaid lunch break, for a total of 8 hours paid.
The wage for this position starts at $29.06/hr.
*This position has the opportunity to start ASAP as an ECE II for an 8hr spilt shift position from now until the end of May at a wage of $27.56/hr.
The Kindercare Leader will develop a program based on the emerging interests of the children with an emphasis on the great outdoors. The Kindercare program spends as much time outside as possible.
Other key responsibilities of the Kindercare Leader include:
-building and maintaining relationships with our families, the school, and community members
-working with professionals who are providing support to the children in our care
-providing communication to our families through email, our childcare management system, and other avenues such as our website and social media pages
-creating an aesthetically pleasing room environment
-creating documentation bulletin boards and child portfolios
-providing communication to the Board of Directors through a monthly Kindercare program report
-leading a small group of educators, including providing guidance in conflict resolution, and positive guidance
-conducting Kindercare team meetings
-maintaining a high level of professionalism, including upholding confidentiality
-participating in professional development to keep current in the field of Early Learning and Child Care
-mentoring team members in the daily program, including providing regular feedback
Dawn and Dusk offers:
-a supportive, friendly, and upbeat working environment
-excellent Canada Life Benefits after 6 months
-pension plan
-paid sick days and mental health days after 6 months
-3 paid personal days after one year
-paid professional development (paid time and workshop cost)
-paid MCCA membership
The Ideal Candidate Is
The candidate will:
-have 2-3 years of working experience in the Early Learning and Childhood Field
-have a Province of Manitoba ECE II Certificate
-have a clear child abuse registry check and a clear criminal record w/ vulnerable persons
-have a current First Aid and CPR Certificate
-have knowledge of ELCC Regulations
-have knowledge of current practices and trends in Early Learning and Child Care
-have proven leadership abilities and conflict resolution skills
-have strong communication skills, both written and verbal
-have strong behaviour management skills
-have the ability to complete written documentation for families and professionals
-have knowledge and experience in emergent curriculum
-have strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task, prioritize, and meet deadlines
-have the ability to show initiative
-have a team-oriented attitude
-be able to work in a fast-paced environment
-have Commit to Kids and Circle of Security training or willing to obtain
-have a love for outdoor play
Contact Information
Interested applicants will submit a resume, and cover letter which details their qualifications and experience that make them a suitable candidate for the Kindercare Leader position. Please send these by email to the Executive Director, along with 2-3 professional references, deborah.dawndusk@gmail.com