Limited Competition

This job opening is limited to residents living within 25 kilometres of Lutselk'e, NT.

Department Information

South Slave Divisional Education Council

Job Information

The Educator, Child Day Care (Educator) is responsible for planning and delivering a high-quality early learning program in accordance with established policies, licensing requirements, and early childhood education best practices. The Educator creates a protected, nurturing, and inclusive environment where children can learn, grow, and thrive. This includes planning and implementing age-appropriate activities, supervising children at all times, and supporting their physical, cognitive, social, emotional, and cultural development.

Educators must remain attentive and responsive throughout the day, using sound judgment and maintaining a high level of awareness to ensure the safety and well-being of every child. The role requires continuous observation, interaction, and the ability to recognize and respond to children's individual needs and potential safety concerns.

Key Responsibilities:

- Build positive, trusting relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
- Use the land, natural materials, and the surrounding environment as an extension of the classroom to support learning through play and exploration.
- Plan and implement developmentally appropriate programs and activities that promote children's physical, cognitive, emotional, social, and language development.
- Guide and support children in developing age-appropriate self-help skills, including eating, dressing, and toileting.
- Prepare and provide nutritious snacks and lunches in accordance with established guidelines.
- Incorporate Dënes¿¿¿iné language, stories, songs, traditions, and cultural practices into daily programming.
- Observe children's progress and communicate effectively with families regarding their development and well-being.

Key Qualifications:

- The completion of High School and one (1)



year of child care experience.

Additional Requirements:

- The completion of the NWT Essentials training is mandatory within 6 months of hire.
- Current First Aid and infant/child CPR certifications
- Up-to-date immunizations
- Tuberculosis screening

GNWT Inquiries

Inquiries Only:

Fort Smith HR Client Service Centre

Department of Finance

Government of the Northwest Territories

195 MCDOUGALROAD

BOX876

FORT SMITH, NT X0E 0P0

Tel (867) 872-8242

Fax (867) 872-3298

[email protected]

More Information

Term Position

This job opening is for a Term to June 2027.

Indigenous Employment Policy

Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Indigenous Employment Policy.

Criminal Records Check

Candidates must provide a satisfactory vulnerable sector check. Failure to provide a satisfactory check may deem you disqualified from the competition.

Diversity and Inclusion

The Government of the Northwest Territories is an inclusive workplace. If you have a disability and you require support during the hiring process, you are encouraged to identify your needs if you are contacted for an assignment or interview so that you may be accommodated during the hiring process.

Eligibility

Eligibility lists may be created from this competition to fill future term and indeterminate positions.

Equivalencies

Equivalencies may be considered based on a one-year of directly related experience equivalent to one year of education or one year of education for one year of experience. However, combinations of education and experience must often be considered on a case-by-case basis. For a full list of equivalencies that will be considered for this role, please contact human resources.

Job Opening Information

Closing Date: August 26, 2026 - 23:59, MountainTime

Salary Information

The salary range for this position is from $31.58 per hour to $37.74 per hour plus a pro-rated annual Northern Allowance of $11.63 per hour.

📌 Educator, Child Day Care (2 Positions) (Lutselk'e)
🏢 Government of Northwest Territories
📍 Lutselk'e