Early Years Cultural Coordinator

Dnaagdawenmag Binnoojiiyag Child & Family Services; Oshawa; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Dnaagdawenmag Binnoojiiyag Child & Family Services seeks an Early Years Cultural Coordinator to support culturally intelligent early years programming across Durham Region. You will collaborate with Durham Region Children’s Services Division to plan, develop, and maintain Indigenous-informed programming for EarlyON and licensed child care centres.

The role requires deep Indigenous knowledge, experience delivering training, and the ability to support both Indigenous and non-Indigenous

Qualifications

• Diploma or equivalent in Early Childhood Education or related field.
• Must be registered with the College of Early Childhood Educators.
• Experience in coaching, mentoring, or training roles.
• Experience delivering culturally relevant learning programs.
• Experience in Indigenous child welfare or wellbeing setting is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Durham Region CSD to plan and develop culturally intelligent early years programming.
• Lead trainings and develop culturally relevant educational resources for educators.
• Support and mentor educators in both Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities.
• Liaise with ESD training specialist and CSD team to enhance EarlyON and child care programming.

Skills

Indigenous culture knowledge

Coaching / mentoring

Training design

Early years pedagogy knowledge

Communication & collaboration

Education

Post-secondary diploma in Early Childhood Education

Registered with the College of Early Childhood Educators

Experience coaching/mentoring

Experience delivering culturally relevant learning

Experience in Indigenous child-wellbeing setting

Job description

Position: Early Years Cultural Coordinator

1 Full Time Contract Vacancy (One Year)

Application Deadline: November 1, 2026

The Early Years Cultural Coordinator (EYCC) will work with our agency partner, Durham Region Children’s Services Division (CSD), to support the planning, ongoing development and maintenance of culturally intelligent early years programming in early learning for the EarlyON programming and licensed child care centres across Durham Region. The EYCC, with the guidance of the Dnaagdawenmag Binnoojiiyag Child & Family Services team, will apply their experience and knowledge of Indigenous Culture to support the work in enhancing Early Years programming that support Indigenous children and families. The EYCC will lead in the develop and lead trainings, to develop culturally relevant educational resources and lend support to all educators in the early years and child care community, including non-Indigenous educators, in collaboration with the ESD training specialist and the CSD team.

Knowledge Requirements:

• Knowledge of the Ministry of Education’s pedagogy and directives for the early learning and child care sector.
• A deep understanding of Indigenous culture and teachings, protocols, and ceremonies.
• Knowledge of Indigenous culture and values, including awareness of the First Nation, Inuit and Métis Communities we service.
• Knowledge of the Child Care and Early Years Act, 2014, the Early Childhood Educators Act, The College of Early Childhood Educators “Code of Ethics and Standard of Practices”.
• A solid understanding of the programs and services of the child care and support agencies in the Durham Region including a solid understanding of child care settings and EarlyON programs.
• A good working knowledge of community services within the Dnaagdawenmag Binnoojiiyag Child & Family Services catchment area and surrounding areas to assist in service provision.
• A solid understanding of and sensitivity to the experiences of First Nations and Indigenous peoples in Canada, and the impact of the legacy of Residential Schools and the Sixties Scoop upon them is essential.

Education and Experience Requirements:

1. A post-secondary diploma in Early Childhood Education or equivalent combination of experience and education.
2. Registered with the College of Early Childhood Educators.
3. Experience working in a coaching, mentoring, and/or training role.
4. Experience delivering culturally relevant learning and development programs in a professional role.
5. Experience working within child welfare and/or Indigenous child-wellbeing setting would be considered an asset.