Full-Time | Alert Bay

Early Childhood Development Coordinator

Position Summary: Reporting to the Early Child Development Manager, the ECD Coordinator’s primary responsibilities will work with families both on and off reserve with children birth – 12 years of age in the Mount Waddington Regional District.

Specific Job Responsibilities include:

  • Ensure the engagement of families with children with Early Child Development Programs such as: Amlilas Head Start /child care, Aboriginal Infant Development, Parenting support / training groups, Well Babies, Supported Child Development or After School programs.
  • Inform families about ‘Namgis First Nation services through advertising in programs, bulletin boards, newsletters, social media and directly to support the healthy development of children and families.
  • Positively represent ‘Namgis First Nation to members and the outside world in all activities.
  • Network with agencies and stakeholders to support and enhance program, service delivery and positive outcomes for families.
  • Build relationships with Elders and Knowledge Keepers in the community.
  • Perform any other duties that may be assigned from time to time.

Education / Qualifications / Experience:

  • Degree in Youth & Childcare, Diploma in Early Childhood Education will be an asset.
  • Knowledge of child development and/or Early Child Development Education
  • Familiarity with computer systems i.e. Microsoft Office
  • First Aid and Food Safe Certificates – training on site.
  • 2 years experience working with children of various age groups in various settings.
  • Demonstrated ability to work as a team member and individually.
  • Demonstrated communication skills both written and oral.
  • Good interpersonal skills and ability to work in a professional manner both with colleagues and other professionals.

Annual Salary: $ 51,087 – $59,660

If interested, please submit your covering letter and resume (open until filled) to:

‘Namgis First Nation – Human Resources, PO Box 210, Alert Bay, BC V0N 1A0 or by email to: humanresources@namgis.bc.ca

(We thank you for your interest, however, only short-listed applicants will be contacted)