#2026-033 - Early Childhood Educator (ECE) II

Date: March 13, 2026    

Position: Early Childhood Educator (ECE) II 
Status: Full-Time (1.0 FTE), Permanent    

Hours of Work*: *Monday – Friday; 7:30am - 5:30pm
Department: Early Learning & Parenting    

Job Posting No.: #2026-033
Reports to: Program Manager, ARDN    

Closing Date: March 23, 2026, at 4:00pm
Union: CUPE- ARDN    

Salary:  $20.20 – $22.29/hr

*These hours are dependent on the operational requirements of the organization

*Mount Carmel Clinic Operates out of multiple locations; you may be required to work in other areas

Mount Carmel Clinic is committed to equity and inclusion and has undertaken to increase responsiveness to Indigenous people by promoting a workforce that is representative of the participants and communities we serve. We encourage applications from Indigenous persons, those with lived experience, and members of equity-deserving groups. Applicants are encouraged to self-declare in their application.

Position Summary
The Early Childhood Educator (ECE), as part of a team of ECEs and Child Care Assistants, is responsible for delivering impact-specific, age-appropriate programming to all the children in the program, using a current understanding of child development principles. The ECE assesses each child’s needs and plans and provides programming that promotes positive social, physical, emotional and cognitive development. The ECE fosters a clean and safe environment that encourages healthy interaction and learning.

Qualifications

Education

•    ECE II or ECE III Classification from the Manitoba Child Care Program
•    Current Infant/Child First Aid and CPR Certificate

Skills, Expertise, and Experience 
•    Minimum of 2 years of experience working with/caring for children in a childcare facility
•    Demonstrated understanding of child development theory and principles and ability to put that understanding into practice
•    Experience supervising and engaging children throughout the day, during transition, individual and group activities, and free and structured play
•    Ability to use a range of child development approaches, skills, and techniques to optimize each child’s experience and opportunity to leave and develop 
•    Experience taking active steps to identify and manage risks to ensure the safety of all children
•    Experience managing behavioral issues in accordance with established policies and practices
•    Experience documenting relevant information regarding children and families and recording program information in accordance with applicable standards and policies 

Critical Skills
Proven knowledge and ability in critical thinking, decision-making, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills

Focus on Results
Demonstrated ability to prioritize and focus work-related activities to effectively and efficiently achieve goals and produce expected results/outcomes 

Alignment with Organizational Values
Commitment to the principles that guide Mount Carmel Clinic, as reflected in the history, vision, mission, and values

Indigenous Understanding
Knowledge and understanding of Indigenous culture and traditions and the impact of colonization on the health and well-being of Indigenous individuals and families 

Interdisciplinary Team, Collaboration
Proven ability to work within a team environment with respect, professionalism, cooperation, sensitivity, and cultural awareness 

MCC Philosophies 
Strong knowledge, commitment, and demonstrated ability to apply diversity, equity, cultural safety, pro-choice, social determinants of health, population health, harm reduction, trauma-informed, and community development principles in all aspects of the work. 

Communication 
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and proficiency in the use of computers (e-mail, etc.)

Assets
Training/experience working with children with special needs

All positions are subject to Criminal Record, Child and Adult Abuse Registry checks. However, a previous criminal record does not automatically disqualify candidates. We are open to discussing your respective circumstances. Applicants may be required to undergo testing to determine the knowledge, skill, and ability required for the position.

Please submit your application here:  #2026-033 - ECE II | Mount Carmel Clinic External Opportunities

This link can also be found under Employment Opportunities on our website: https://www.mountcarmel.ca/get-involved/work-with-us/#current-postings

We thank all applicants; however, we will only contact candidates who are selected & apply via link for the interview.