Required Experience:

ESSENTIAL Work Experience

• Experience of interpreting and working in practice with the Early Learning Framework and show a working understanding of the Reggio Emilia philosophy.
• Evidence of practical experience of working with Infant/ Toddler, 3-5 yr. old and School Age children and have a strong understanding of child development from 3 months -12yrs.
• Be able to show recent evidence of developing and leading strong, collaborative professional teams.
• At least five years’ recent experience working in a senior educator/ team lead or supervisory/program manager role.
• Recent experience in coaching/ mentoring/ presenting in adult education or ECE professional development training.
• Recent experience of building an inclusive, diverse and world view curriculum.
• Experience working and/ or a good understanding of not-for-profit childcare settings.
• Experience of working with unionized educators within an agreed Collective Agreement.

Key Responsibilities:

The Program Coordinator is a key part in the continuing success and development of the Society; building capacity in educators and ultimately the early childhood experience of our children.

This position will provide leadership and in collaboration with program educators work alongside children aged 3 months to 12 years supporting reflective practice and curriculum explorations with a foundation securely rooted in the curriculum of care inspired by Reggio Emilia, the BC ELF and the SFU Childcare’s strategic priorities.

The Program Coordinator will work with a team of two other program coordinators and an inclusive practice coordinator.  They will have an extensive knowledge of current early childhood educational aspects and are expected to keep up to date with, lead on and liaise closely with our regular visiting pedagogists, on improving pedagogy and practice where it is relevant to the Society's new strategic plan. 

The role of the Program Coordinator is crucial to ensure the Society’s values and priorities are embedded within the Curriculum. The Program Coordinator must thrive and enjoy working in professional reflective, collaborative teams and must be committed to healthy, happy working relationships.

Salary & Benefits:

Excluded Management position:

Compensation and Benefits

Excluded Management position:

Salary: starting at $33.50 p/h depending on experience plus additional WE

Status: FTE (37.5 hours per week Mon-Fri)

Benefits include 100% family medical and single dental health coverage, RRSP matching contribution, Transportation allowance, four weeks’ vacation entitlement, sick leave benefits and outstanding professional development opportunities.