UCN acknowledges that we are on the traditional territories and homelands of many Indigenous peoples, in particular the Cree, Dene, Red River Métis, and Oji-Cree. Indigenous peoples have continuously maintained homelands in northern Manitoba since time immemorial. The First Nations in the area that UCN serves entered into treaty relationships with the Crown (within our region these include signatories to treaties 4, 5 -- and the treaty 5 adhesion, and treaty 6 - located within the treaty 5 adhesion).  The territory has also become home to other Indigenous peoples. We uphold the treaties and collaborate with all Indigenous peoples to share truth, reconciliation, and learning.

 COMPETITION NUMBER 24-113
 CLOSING DATE August 09, 2024
 SALARY RANGE $65,572 to $97,383 per annum plus, remoteness allowance if applicable
 POSITION CLASSIFICATION College Instructor
 POSITION LOCATION 2 Mathias Colombe First Nation (Pukatawagan) 2 Misapawistik Cree Nation (Grand Rapids) (Hybrid work arrangement may be considered within the Province of Manitoba)
POSITION TYPE Full-Time, Term Position August 12, 2024- June 26, 2026
 APPLY TO Email:  [email protected] (PDF preferred format) University College of the North, Attention: Human Resources P.O. Box 3000 R9A 1M7 Fax: (204) 623-4414

 EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION INSTRUCTOR(S)
 Mihcet Meskanawah Teaching and Learning Community Instructors

UCN is building better futures for a stronger North. UCN provides learning opportunities to northern communities and its people offering more than 40 academic degree, diploma and certificate programs. We commit to offering a safe, welcoming and inclusive work environment where innovation and creativity is welcomed. We offer a generous Total Compensation Package with health benefits, great pension plan along with the opportunity for personal and professional growth.

DUTIES Reporting to the Associate Dean, UCN is seeking individuals for term positions as Community Early Childhood Education (ECE) Instructors. The incumbent will work with the ECE Program Coordinator and other ECE instructors to deliver courses in the ECE program in a community-based setting. In addition to teaching duties, the instructor will be responsible for classroom management, student advising, maintenance of student records and grades, curriculum review/development, liaison with child care mentors and directors, and other administrative tasks. The successful candidate will also be responsible for fully participating in all program functions and will be required to teach a 40-hour distance evening course to the public during their term.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
 ·          Manitoba Early Childhood Education level III designation by Province of Manitoba’s Early Learning and Child Care Qualifications Branch
 ·          Three years’ experience working in a child care facility (licensed, unlicensed, Head Start, etc.)
 ·          Two years’ experience as a supervisor or director in a child care facility
 ·          Effective communication and interpersonal skills
·          Strong organizational skills
 ·          Excellent problem solving and leadership skills
 ·          Proficiency with relevant educational and MS Office technology/software
 ·          Ability to work independently and in a team-teaching situation
 ·          Knowledge and understanding of Indigenous cultures
 ·          Commitment to life-long learning

  ASSETS
 ·          Bachelor’s degree in a related field (Early Childhood, Arts, Education, Social Work or Recreation).
  ·          Certification in Adult Education
 ·          Experience teaching in an ECE college program
 ·          Experience supervising or managing a child care center and staff
 ·          Experience working in northern and/or Indigenous Manitoba communities
 ·          Experience in post-secondary or adult education (teaching, mentoring, or supervising student placements)
 ·          The ability to speak an Indigenous language and conduct cultural ceremonies or teachings
 ·          Understanding of land or place-based learning objectives

  CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
 ·          Must be able to work evenings
 ·          Valid Class 5 driver’s license; as travel is required
 ·          Completion of Teaching for Learning in Applied Education (TFL) certification within 3 years of employment
 ·          Satisfactory Criminal Record Check, Child Abuse and Adult Abuse Registry Check
·          Candidates must be legally entitled to work in Canada

Applicants are asked to provide a cover letter and resume with their application. Applicants must demonstrate in their cover letter and their resume how they meet the qualifications. Applicants are required to provide their ECE III credential from Manitoba Manitoba’s Early Learning and Child Care Qualifications Branch. Applicants with education acquired outside of Canada are required to provide an Educational Credential Assessment with their application indicating Canadian credential equivalency, accepted Education Credential Assessment organizations include International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS) and World Education Services (WES.) UCN is committed to building a workforce representative of the populations we serve. Preference will be given to qualified Indigenous candidates. Applicants are invited to indicate in their cover letter or resume if they are from any of the following groups: Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, or women and men in non-traditional roles. Only qualified candidates who are legally entitled to work in Canada will be given consideration. Persons with disabilities who require accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact Human Resources.

Please indicate in your subject line the competition number for which you are applying and please identify the community (s) you are applying to. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.  Application materials, including references, will be handled in accordance with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Legislation (Manitoba). For more information and other employment opportunities, visit www.ucn.ca