ABORIGINAL HEAD START EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATOR/CCA– FLIN FLON SITE

Aboriginal Head Start [AHS] is an early learning program providing a range of early childhood development experiences for Indigenous children ages 3-5 addressing Culture and language, Health, Education and Nutrition. The program also offers activities to support and endorse parents and guardians as children’s primary teachers through Parent and Family Involvement and community resource connections.

We are currently seeking applications for a Early Childhood Educator/Childcare Assistant at our Main Site in Flin Flon.

Under the guidance of the AHS Project Director, the Early Childhood Educator/Child Care Assistant is responsible for Assisting in planning and delivering culturally integrated activities that support children's development according to the AHS Program workplan to address program components of Culture & Language / Education / Health Promotion / Nutrition / Social Supports / and Parental, Family Involvement. The role includes Coordinating recruitment, registration and orientation for Program enrolment, maintaining a safe and nurturing environment, engaging families, assessing children's needs, and collaborating with community resources/services.

Hours of work: Monday–Friday, 35 hours per week, 39-40 weeks per year.

Wage range: $19-27/hour pending qualifications of:

· Certificate in Early Childhood Education level II or III and/or combination of education and experience, with a focus on children ages 3-5

· Ability to plan, organize and instruct program curriculum

· Ability to lead and inspire participation and engagement

· Experience working with Microsoft Office products and Virtual Learning Tools.





· Excellent communication skills and abilities

· Knowledge of Indigenous culture, traditions, values and customs.

· Ability to speak Cree language will be considered an asset

· Knowledge of Child Care regulations and guidelines

· Knowledge Child & Family Services Act

· Valid Driver’s License and the ability to obtain Class IV Driver’s License

· Ability to work within a flexible environment

· Excellent health

· Must have or be willing to obtain First Aid and CPR certificates

· Employment is subject to a Criminal Information Record Check and a Child Abuse Registry Check

· Must sign an Oath of Confidentiality and maintain confidentiality at all times A Full for this position is available on request.

Interested candidates can apply by submitting a cover letter, resume with references to the coordinates below or by email to [email protected]

These positions will be posted until a suitable candidate is found.

Only those being considered further for the position will be contacted.

The Flin Flon Aboriginal Friendship Centre, Inc. is committed to inclusive recruitment and selection. If you require an accommodation during the selection process, please inform us as soon as possible at [[email protected]] and we will make every effort to fulfill your request.

We encourage applications from all qualified candidates. If you self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Metis, or Inuit) we invite you to indicate this in your application. This information is voluntary and will be used to support our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.

Job Type: Full time

Pay: $19.00-$27.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

📌 Early Childhood Educator (Flin Flon)
🏢 Flin Flon Aboriginal Friendship Centre
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