Early Years Coordinator

Early Years Coordinator

Vacancies: One (1)
Job Period: Full-time – 37.5 hours weekly
Start Date: As soon as possible
Salary: To be determined
3 Month Probation

Position Summary:

The position of the Early Years Coordinator will provide support to families with babies and young children ages 0-6 years. The goal of this program is to provide a one-stop shop to support families and ensure they have the best possible start in life. Extensive experience in all areas of an early years program/setting would be considered an asset.

The Early Years Coordinator will report to the Executive Director.

Education, Experience & Requirements:

· Diploma or Degree in Early Childhood Education.

· Registered and a member in good standing with the College of ECE’s.

· Minimum two (2) years working with children zero (0) months to six (6) years of age.

· Through knowledge and understanding of Current Child Care and Early Years Act.

· Demonstrated knowledge of services that would directly benefit this program.

· Experienced or knowledgeable of community services, programs, customs and traditions.

· Maintaining a positive and supportive relationship with parents and their children/babies.

· Excellent communication skills and demonstrated ability to write clear concise reports and the ability to meet deadlines.

· Excellent problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.

· Must be proficient in computer software programs, in particular Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, OneDrive).

· Ability to maintain confidentiality and a professional public image.

· Ability to work as a team player.

· Flexibility to work off normal hours (on-call) to accommodate respected target groups as required.

· First Aid/CPR Crisis Training certification; or willing to obtain.

· Excellent organizational and time management skills.

· Fluent in Anishnabemowin would be an asset.

· Vulnerable Sector Check is required.

· Other duties as assigned within reason.

Preference may be given to Indigenous candidates with relevant on-reserve employment experience and/or those with knowledge and understanding of Shawanaga First Nation history and community.

Successful candidates must be able to produce and maintain a clean Criminal Record Check.

Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Thank you for your interest. Please submit a resume with a cover letter and three (3) current work-related references by email, fax or in person to;

Monica Verma
Human Resource Coordinator
Shawanaga First Nation
2 Village Rd, Nobel, ON P0G 1G0
Tel: (705) 366-2526 * Fax: (705) 366-2740 * Cell: (437) 250-1157
Email: hr@shawanagafirstnation.ca

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