Inclusive Child Care ICC Coach Jasper Jobs

The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge; Municipality of Jasper; Hybrid; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An inclusive child care organization in Alberta seeks an ICC Coach to provide support in early childhood inclusion and advocate for children with special needs. The role requires a degree in a related field and 5 years of experience in early learning and child care. The ideal candidate must have strong interpersonal skills and flexibility in work hours. Compensation ranges from $29.31 to $45.39 per hour for 15 hours per week, with generous vacation and additional benefits.

Benefits

3 weeks of paid vacation

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of early learning and child care experience, including supervisory, coaching, or mentorship roles.
• Ability to travel to rural communities; own reliable vehicle and required business insurance coverage.
• Police information check with Vulnerable Sector, and Children’s Intervention Check.

Responsibilities

• Stay current with research and best practices in early childhood and inclusion.
• Support programs and families in accessing community supports and advocating for children with special needs.
• Document coach visits, goal progress, and use technology for data collection.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Flexibility in adjusting work hours

Strong computer and technology skills

Self-motivated and independent worker

Experience facilitating adult learning

Education

Degree or Diploma in a related field (e.g., Early Childhood Development, Disability Studies, Social Work, Education)

Job description

Inclusive Child Care ICC Coach – Jasper, AB

Kids Included has been paving pathways to inclusion for children with disabilities and their families since 1982. We were founded as GRIT (Getting Ready for Inclusion Today) and have led inclusive early learning for more than 40 years.

About the Position

As an ICC Coach, you will stay abreast of research and best practices in early childhood and special education, collaborate with community partners and multidisciplinary team members, and support educator capacity and child needs. You will apply adult learning principles, facilitate professional development, and provide coaching to help implement the Pyramid Model. This role includes supporting programs and families in navigating community supports and advocating for children with disabilities and extra support needs. You will observe, inquire, and reflect on program beliefs, values, and philosophies to guide coaching sessions and develop materials. You will use technology for data collection, documentation of coach visits, goal progress, and distance consultation. Travel within the North Central Alberta region (e.g., Edson, Hinton, Jasper, Whitecourt) is required.

Responsibilities

• Stay current with research and best practices in early childhood and inclusion.
• Collaborate with community partners and multidisciplinary teams.
• Apply coaching, facilitating professional learning, and reflective practice to support implementation of the Pyramid Model.
• Support programs and families in accessing community supports and advocating for children with special needs.
• Observe, inquire, and reflect on program beliefs, values, and philosophies.
• Document coach visits, goal progress, and use technology for data collection.
• Travel within the North Central Alberta region as required.

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in a related field (e.g., Early Childhood Development, Disability Studies, Social Work, Education).
• Minimum of 5 years of early learning and child care experience, including supervisory, coaching, or mentorship roles.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Self‑motivated, independent worker who can meet deadlines and manage a caseload.
• Flexibility in adjusting work hours based on program needs.
• Experience facilitating adult learning and professional development workshops.
• Strong computer and technology skills.
• Ability to travel to rural communities; own reliable vehicle and required business insurance coverage.
• Own cell phone.
• Proficiency in a second language is an asset.
• Police information check with Vulnerable Sector, and Children’s Invention Check.

Compensation and Benefits

Rate of pay: $29.31–$45.39 per hour, commensurate with experience and education. Hours: 15 hours per week. Vacation starts at 3 weeks of paid time off. Employee Assistance Program (EAP) available to all staff.

Physical, Emotional and Psychological Demands

• Sitting: Prolonged periods at a desk and working on a computer.
• Manual Dexterity: Regular use of hands and fingers to operate computer keyboard, mouse, telephone, and other office equipment.
• Visual Acuity: Ability to read and view documents, screens, and small text for extended periods.
• Lifting: Occasionally required to lift/move office supplies or files weighing up to 10 pounds.
• Walking/Standing: Intermittent walking or standing during site visits or performing tasks like making copies.
• Getting Down to Child’s Level: Bending, sitting on the floor, and repetitive movements to model strategies.
• Driving: Between sites and out of town is required.

Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Anti‑Racism (EDIAR) Commitment

Kids Included is committed to becoming an equitable, inclusive, anti‑racist, and decolonized organization at the individual, organization, and systems level. We are intentionally working to create safe and brave spaces that acknowledge, honour, and respect the lived experience of every person and community. Kids Included is committed to embedding EDIAR work in all that we do. We strongly encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including Indigenous peoples, Black and racialized individuals, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ communities, and those with diverse lived experiences. Accommodation is available throughout the application process upon request.

Application Questions

5 years of supervisory, coaching, or mentorship experience in an Early Learning and Child Care setting? Education: DCS / DEC (required). Experience: Early Learning and Child Care: 5 years (required). Work Location: On the road.