Sagkeeng Anicinabe Government is looking for a Early Childcare Educator Director
KATRINA RAE DAYCARE
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Director will oversee the daily operations and development of a high-quality early learning environment for Katrina Rae Daycare Center (KRDC). The KRDC provides care for up to 8 infants and 32 pre-school children.
Core Responsibilities:
- Oversee day-to-day operations of the Infant Daycare Program, ensuring compliance with Provincial regulations.
- Maintain a clean, safe, nurturing, developmentally appropriate environment for children.
- Manage staff schedules to ensure adequate coverage and compliance with licensing requirements, while promoting a healthy work-life balance for all team members.
- Develop and implement curriculum, assess children’s development, and create individualized action plans when necessary.
- Foster strong communication with parents and families, facilitating involvement activities.
- Manage program enrollment, waitlists, and children’s records.
- Prepare necessary progress and compliance reports
- Monitor staff schedules, inventory, and ensure all supplies are stocked.
- Coordinate parent advisory committee meetings.
- Assist with budgeting and monitor expenses.
- Supervise, support, and mentor staff, students, and volunteers; conduct regular observations and monthly staff meetings.
- Together with Human Resources, manage recruitment and training of volunteers and new employees.
- Ensure compliance with parent and HR policies and support staff performance evaluations.
- Build and maintain relationships with community organizations, ECE training programs, and multidisciplinary professionals.
- Promote a positive public image of the daycare, staying updated on early childhood education trends.
- Maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and adherence to KRDC policies.
Qualifications:
- Possess ECE II or ECE III certification in accordance with Manitoba Early Learning and Child Care, including all mandated MCCA training.
- Proven experience in early childhood education, with a minimum of 3+ years in a leadership or supervisory role.
- Strong knowledge of Manitoba Early Learning and Child Care (MELCC) regulations and best practices in child development.
- CPR and First Aid certifications.
- Valid Child Abuse and Criminal Record Checks, including Vulnerable Sector Screening.
- Must have a valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle.
- Experience in budget management, financial planning, and administrative tasks.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to manage and lead a diverse team, including staff, volunteers, and students.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with a focus on maintaining a safe and nurturing environment for children.
- Ability to build strong relationships with families, staff, and community partners.
- Knowledge of child development assessment tools and techniques.
- Ability to create, implement, and evaluate educational programs and curricula.
- Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development in early childhood education and leadership.
- Strong understanding of inclusion practices and working with children with diverse needs.
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: ongoing until positions filled
Attention to:
HR Manager
P.O. Box 3 Fort Alexander, MB
R0E 0P0
Resumes can be mailed to the above address, emailed to [email protected] or dropped off at the Sagkeeng Band office Located at MB-Hwy#11 – Pumphouse Road. Attention: Human Resources.
LATE SUBMISSIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES
PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT ONLY THOSE SELECTED FOR AN INTERVIEW WILL BE CONTACTED
Reporting to Directors of Operations, the role focuses on development, enhancement and managing the day-to-day operations, including staff supervision, program planning, ensuring regulatory compliance, and fostering strong relationships with families. Bookkeeping, payroll, and human resources are co-managed by the central administrative team, supporting the Director to concentrate on delivering a stable, developmentally appropriate program that aligns with Manitoba Early Learning and Childcare standards.
The Director works closely with early childhood educators and collaborates with a parent committee to ensure effective communication and continuous improvement of the program. Responsibilities also include mentoring staff and students, implementing and maintaining best-practice requirements, and representing the daycare in community and stakeholder relationships.
This position requires a leader with sound judgment, strong organizational skills, and a deep understanding of early childhood education, focused on maintaining a safe, consistent, and engaging environment for both infants and staff.
