Early Childhood Educator Instructor

Position: Early Childhood Educator Instructor
Department: Neeginan College of Applied Technology
Classification: Unionized, Full Time
Hourly Wage: $33.95 - $35.76
Application Deadline: Until Filled

NETES is a not-for-profit Indigenous organization supporting the success of Indigenous people in Winnipeg. We offer adult education, skills training and employment services, along with wrap-around services such as daycare, student housing, and health and wellness programming. Rooted in community, respect, and Indigenous values, our work helps build a strong, thriving Indigenous community.

The Opportunity

The Early Childhood Education Instructor is responsible for delivering in-class theory instruction, practical course work for the Early Childhood Diploma program.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver lessons, assignments and assessments according to an approved curriculum and Indigenous community context
• Curriculum delivery in an engaging and participatory manner, and with community development focus
• Teach students through lectures, open discussions, audio-video presentations as needed; prepare resources for classroom discussion when necessary
• Research information to ensure curriculum is current
• Identify the needs of individual students, and work to help each student develop his or her potential
• Meet with students to discuss and provide feedback with regard to their work
• Provide students with various evaluation opportunities for success
• Identify emotional, intellectual, physical, and/or any other issues that may be hindering the student from learning to their best potential, and recommend appropriate course of action
• Participate and monitor college and program activities
• Monitoring and reviewing students during practicum placements
• Present a professional and caring demeanor at all times towards students and staff         

Qualifications

• Post secondary credentials from a recognized institution in Early Childhood Education – minimum ECE III
• Adult teaching credentials and/or experience in a teaching or training capacity in adult education

Experience and Skills

• Several years experience in a variety of early learning and childcare settings
• Strong presentation and facilitation skills
• Demonstrated understanding of Indigenous culture within Indigenous Adult Learning environments
• Relevant industry skills and knowledge relating to the area of instruction, including ongoing professional development and continuous improvement
• Ability to consider and respond appropriately to the needs, feelings and capabilities of students, to provide feedback and treat students equitably within the context of the Indigenous community
• Experience working with adult learners (18+ years and older)
• Demonstrate ability for innovative curriculum delivery
• Ability to provide effective experiential learning

Additional Requirements

NETES requires a clear and satisfactory Criminal Record Check prior to the start of employment. All checks must be dated within three (3) months of the start date.

Apply in person, online at netes.ca/jobs or by email at [email protected] . Please include the competition number in your application. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

NETES is committed to equity and inclusion in employment. Preference will be given to qualified Indigenous candidates in alignment with our organizational mandate and the communities we serve.