Indigenous Early Learning and Childcare Coordinator

Indigenous Early Learning and Childcare Coordinator

Early Learning

Manager of Early Learning

Inuvik/Fort Mc Pherson

Term Ending on March 15, 2028

The Indigenous Early Learning and Childcare Coordinator is a member of the Gwich’in early learning team andis responsible for leading, managing, and coordinating the development and implementation of IELCC centers and Aboriginal Head Start (AHS) programs acrossthe Gwich’in Settlement Area (GSA). The role ensures programs are culturally responsive, compliant with regulations, and meet the needs of Gwich’incommunities

• Consult frequently with GSA communities to guide the development of IELCC centers and AHS programs tailored to community needs.
• Identify professional development and learning opportunities for staff.
• Coordinate and support IELCC centers and AHSprograms to ensure compliance with NWT Licensing Regulations.
• Promote and implement culturally sensitive programs that reflect Gwich’in culture and language.
• Evaluate program activities and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with keycommunity partners to coordinate programs and services aligned with Gwich’in values and community objectives.
• Ensure all program files (staff and children) are complete and properly maintained.
• Create and maintain policy and procedure manuals for program operations.
• Track and manage budgets; prepare financial reports for funders and the Manager of Early Learning.
• Identify and apply for grants to support programactivities.
• Provide recommendations for the purchase of equipment and materials for childcare centers and AHS programs.
• Provide reports as required, including staffevaluations, program development status, parent surveys, and community involvement updates.
• Administrative duties requested by Manager, Early Learning
• Additional duties as required.

• Completion of a Diploma in Early Childhood Educationplus a minimum of two years’ experience working in an early childhoodcenter.
• Valid Early Childhood Educator Certificate.
• Knowledge of Gwich’in Tribal Council’s mandate,goals, and objectives, and understanding of the political and social context in which GTC programs operate.
• Preferred understanding of the Gwich’in Comprehensive Land Claim Agreement.
• Knowledge of strategic planning, program development, and evaluation.
• Knowledge of NWT licensing regulations preferred.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality; verification of identity and criminal records check required.
• Ability to travel to remote communities within theGSA as required.
• Preferred knowledge of Gwich’in values, beliefs, and practices, and ability to integrate these into daily work.
• Knowledge of program planning and evaluation methodsor willingness to learn.
• Class 5 Driver’s License.