Coordinator, Early Years Program

Position: Coordinator, Early Years Program (Full-time)
Organization Overview
Lightwell Learning (formerly Learn. Develop. Succeed. or LDS) is one of British Columbia’s fastest-growing education nonprofits, supporting more than 1,250 children, youth, and adults with learning and other brain-based differences.

Through innovative, evidence-informed programming and our groundbreaking RISE Next Generation AI initiative, we are working to transform how individualized instruction is delivered and supported, with the long-term potential to reach over 100,000 learners across Canada.

Learn more about our mission andimpacthere:

Why join us?

Joining us means becoming part of a passionate, collaborative team that is committed to innovation, impact, and inclusion. You will have the opportunity to:

Build meaningful relationships with community partners, educators, supporters, and more.

Contribute to a rapidly growing organization with ambitious goals and national impact.

Help transform educational outcomes for children, youth, adults, and families.

Work alongside dedicated educators, researchers,developers,and nonprofit leaders.

Play a key role in advancing innovative solutions that combine human connection with emerging technologies.

Grow professionally while helping shape the future of a mission-driven organization.

Purpose of Position
The Early Years Program Coordinator will play a key role in delivering Lightwell Learning's Early Years programming including program coordination, one-to-one instruction, and social programs for learners Pre-K to grade 3.

The position combines individualized instruction, small-group facilitation, family engagement, and resource coordination within a neuroaffirming, strengths-based, and evidence-based framework. The successful candidate will collaborate with families, educators, behavioural interventionists (BI), speech-language pathologists (SLP), occupational therapists (OT), and other professionals to foster learning, belonging, and success.

All these programs are designed to foster the creation of a nurturing, inclusive, and strengths-based environment where children of all developmental stages and abilities can thrive.

The Early Years Program Coordinator will play a key role in delivering three of Lightwell Learning’s Early Years programs, serving children and families from preschool to early elementary years.

RISE One-to-One:
Individualized educational support for learners in Kindergarten to Grade 3.

Early RISErs: A play-based, family participation program for children ages 3 to 6 (Pre-K and Kindergarten).

Brain Buddies: A small-group social learning program for learners in Grades 1 to 3.

This role offers a meaningful opportunity to work closely with preschool-aged and early years children, their families, and other early years professionals to support children in these crucial years of their learning journey.

Principal

Roles and Responsibilities
Program Delivery & Instruction

Facilitate engaging group programs for preschool and elementary-aged learners

Deliver individualized one-to-one instruction in person and online using play-based and explicit instruction strategies.

Develop and implement learning plans, activities, and support strategies tailored to learner strengths and goals.

Support the development of literacy, numeracy, executive functioning, self-regulation, social-emotional skills, and confidence.

Create inclusive, welcoming learning environments that encourage participation and engagement.

Support learners with transitions, sensory needs, and diverse learning profiles.

Family Engagement & Communication

Build positive relationships with children, families, and caregivers.

Model and share practical strategies that support learning and development.

Communicate regularly with families regarding progress, goals, and participation.

Prepare observations, progress updates, and reports as required.

Program Coordination & Resource Management

Support program enrollment, scheduling, and participant communication.

Maintain accurate learner records and program documentation.

Coordinate learner information and support plans with team members.

Assist with program setup, organization, and resource management (including Lightwell Learning's Lending Library).

Participate in team meetings, planning discussions, and program evaluation.

Uphold Lightwell Learning policies, procedures, and values.

Qualifications
Listed below are a number of different experiences and educational qualifications that could make you a great fit for our team! Applicants do not need to meet all the qualifications…