Program Coordinator, Early Learning Childcare Centre, 12-Month Term

City of Beaumont; Beaumont; On-site; CAD 43,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A municipal government is looking for an Early Childhood Program Coordinator to support the Early Learning Childcare Centre. This role entails providing leadership, collaborating with educators, and fostering a nurturing, play-based learning environment. Candidates should have an Early Childhood Diploma, Level III Childcare certification, and 5 years of experience in a childcare center. The position offers a salary between $43,680.00 - $49,159.50 and health benefits.

Benefits

Wage top-up based on certification

Employer paid Health and Dental benefits

Health Wellness and Learning Spending Account

Membership to the Beaumont Sport and Recreation Centre

37.5-hour work week

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in a quality early learning Childcare center.
• Experience with the Flight curriculum.
• Current Standard First Aid & CPR certification.
• Clear criminal record check with vulnerable sector.

Responsibilities

• Provide and demonstrate leadership through role modeling.
• Collaborate with Educators to create a supportive environment.
• Foster a play-based learning environment.
• Implement age-appropriate programming based on Flight.
• Assess children’s skills and accommodate individual needs.
• Maintain collaborative relationships with community service providers.

Skills

Leadership

Collaboration

Child development knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Early Childhood Diploma with Level III Childcare certification

Job description

Come join us and make a real difference in the community! The City of Beaumont is thriving, and our Early Learning Childcare Centre team is growing right along with it. We’re an energetic, professional, and fun-loving crew, passionate about bringing the vision of a dynamic, vibrant, and spirited community to life. Let’s grow together and create something amazing! We can’t wait to welcome you to our team!

Early Childhood Program Coordinator

The Family and Community Support Services Department is seeking an Early Childhood Program Coordinator for its municipal Early Learning Child Care Centre, reporting to the Supervisor, Child Care Services. The Early Childhood Program Coordinator will work with the other educators to support a developmentally appropriate environment for children.

This is a 12-Month term position with the possibility of extension.

Responsibilities

• Provide and demonstrate leadership through role modeling and communication with staff, families, and children, recommending and consulting with supervisor on any concerns or issues arising within the children, families, and/or staff.
• Work collaboratively with other Educators and staff to create a positive and supportive team environment.
• Provide a nurturing and supportive environment that promotes children’s social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development.
• Foster a play-based learning environment utilizing the Alberta Flight curriculum framework.
• Develop and implement age-appropriate programming based on Flight.
• Use of observation and documentation to assess children’s skills, interests, and needs as well as recognizing signs and symptoms of emotional or developmental delays; when necessary, accommodate the program to meet the individual needs of children through effective planning.
• Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with other community service providers working with the child.
• Provide information, resources, and ongoing support to families registered with Child Care Services.
• Advise Supervisor of any areas of concern, communicating short, mid, and long term needs of the program.
• Adhere to all safety standards and promote Beaumont’s health and safety program.
• Manage the workload efficiently and proactively take initiative.
• Communicate clearly and work seamlessly as part of a dynamic team.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Early Childhood Diploma with Level III Childcare certification.
• 5 years of experience in a quality early learning Childcare center.
• Experience with the Flight curriculum.
• A strong understanding of child development and play based learning.
• Knowledge of the Alberta Child Care Licensing Act and Regulations.
• An understanding of the AHS Childcare guidelines.
• Current Standard First Aid & CPR.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Clear criminal record check with vulnerable sector.
• Meet the shift requirements; shifts will include split shifts.

Benefits

• This position is eligible for wage top-up based on level of certification as per the Alberta Child Care Grant Funding Program guidelines with a base rate salary range of $43,680.00 - $49,159.50 per annum (based on experience and qualifications).
• Employer paid Health and Dental benefits package.
• Health Wellness and Learning Spending Account.
• Membership to the Beaumont Sport and Recreation Centre.
• 37.5-hour work week (some evening and weekend work may be required).
• And an amazing team to work with!

Application Instructions

If you meet these qualifications, please submit your cover letter and resume as one document by 9 a.m. on January 2, 2026.

Applicant Information

• Applications can be submitted via our online recruiting system only.
• We appreciate your interest in working with us; however, only those applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.
• Final candidates for this position will be required to undergo pre-employment screening, including reference checks, education verification, and a criminal record check.

The City of Beaumont is an inclusive and equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to age, colour, race, gender, ancestry, ethnic origin, disability or sexual orientation. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, [e-mail].

Information For Applicants:

• Applications can be submitted via our online recruiting system only.
• We appreciate your interest in working with us; however, only those applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.
• Final candidates for this position will be required to undergo pre-employment screening, including reference checks, education verification, and a criminal record check.