Child Care Assistant

The Manitoba Métis Federation (MMF) is the National Government of the Red River Métis - also known as the Manitoba Métis. The Red River Métis are Canada’s Negotiating Partners in Confederation and the Founders of the Province of Manitoba. The MMF seeks to fill one full-time six-month term Child Care Assistant position within our Michif Children’s Place Childcare Centre located at 525 Main St South in Dauphin, MB. The Child Care Assistant’s primary responsibility is the care and education of children, as well as assisting in delivering Métis-specific programming and curriculum, developmental abilities and interests. The anticipated end date for this term position is December 1, 2026. Job Duties/Competencies: * Maintain a learning environment that is positive, relaxed, pleasant, nurturing, and supports Métis specific curriculum; * Establish and maintain a safe and healthy learning environment; * Develop opportunities for children to become stewards of the local environment; * Support children’s attempts to resolve their problems and differences with others; * Encourage children to express their feelings and assert their rights in socially acceptable ways; * Respond to incidents and handle emergencies appropriately if they occur; * Maintain program equipment and assist in light housekeeping and cooking duties; * Attend monthly staff meetings to discuss the progress and challenges of children and centre and other discussions as necessary. Skills and Qualifications: * Recognized 40-hour course; * Minimum of one years' experience as a Child Care Assistant or relevant role with demonstrated ability to deliver programs and services; * Excellent oral and written communication skills; * Effective listening skills; * Dependable, reliable, and punctual; * Valid 1st Aid/CPR Certification; * Circle of Security Certificate an asset; * Clear Vulnerable Sector Check, Criminal Record Check, and Child Abuse Registry Check; * Knowledge of Métis culture, heritage, and language an asset; and, * Ability to travel, valid Manitoba Driver’s license with access to a reliable vehicle. Please submit your resume and cover letter, referencing the job posting number by Tuesday, July 28, 2026. The MMF is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs. The MMF requires satisfactory background checks prior to commencement of employment. The MMF will accept existing background checks if dated within 3 months of your start date. Obtaining this document is not a guarantee of employment.

The Child Care Assistant is responsible for the care and education of children, including the delivery of Métis-specific programming. Duties include maintaining a safe learning environment, handling emergencies, and performing light housekeeping and cooking.

Candidates must have a recognized 40-hour course, at least one year of relevant experience, and valid First Aid/CPR certification. A clear Vulnerable Sector Check and a valid Manitoba Driver's license with a vehicle are required.

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• Child Care
• Curriculum Delivery
• Oral Communication
• Written Communication
• Listening Skills
• Emergency Response
• Housekeeping
• Cooking
• Conflict Resolution
• Environmental Stewardship

Minimum education

Trade certificate

Minimum experience

0+ years