Early Years Coordinator

Employment North; The Archipelago Township; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Employment North seeks an Early Years Coordinator to support families with young children (0–6) in Ontario. The role emphasizes coordination across services to ensure a strong start for children while maintaining confidentiality and professional standards.

The successful candidate will have an ECE credential and at least two years’ experience, with strong communication and reporting skills. The position requires on-call flexibility and collaboration within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Early Childhood Education (ECE).
• Registered and in good standing with the College of ECEs.
• Minimum two years working with children aged 0–6.
• Knowledge of Current Child Care and Early Years Act.
• Experience with community services and local programs.
• Excellent written reports and deadline management.
• Proficient with Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and present a professional image.
• Flexibility for on-call hours and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Support families with babies and young children (0–6).
• Coordinate services to provide a one-stop support for families.
• Report to the Executive Director and maintain records.
• Engage with community services and local traditions.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all duties.
• Adapt to on-call hours and collaborate with team members.

Skills

Communication

Report writing

Problem solving

Teamwork

Time management

Microsoft 365

On-call availability

Privacy & confidentiality

Anishnabemowin (asset)

Education

ECE diploma/degree

Registered with College of ECEs

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

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.

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