Senior ECE Coordinator

Senior ECE Coordinator

Classification:
Full time, Term (Until March 31, 2028)

Salary:
             $35.00 - $40.00

Location:         
Williams Lake, BC

Deadline:         June 19, 2026

The Tŝilhqot’in National Government is based in Williams Lake, British Columbia serving six communities, including ʔEsdilagh, Tl'etinqox, Tl'esqox, Tŝideldel, Xeni Gwet'in, and Yuneŝit'in. The Tŝilhqot’in National Government’s mission is to support and empower Tŝilhqot’in peoples to exercise their rights to self-determination within their traditional territories in ways which reflect Tŝilhqot’in philosophy, values, experience and culture.

The Senior ECE Coordinator provides strategic oversight, program coordination, and quality assurance for ECE and language immersion initiatives across Tŝilhqot’in communities. This role involves supervising educators, coordinating curriculum and daily operations, building strong relationships with families, and ensuring programs support children’s developmental, social, and emotional needs. The Senior ECE Coordinator also contributes to staff professional development, program planning, and continuous quality improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead planning and implementation of ECE and language immersion programming


• Supervise and mentor staff as needed


• Coordinate training (ECE certification, language immersion, PD sessions)


• Liaise with community leadership, daycares, and partners


• Ensure integration of Tŝilhqot’in language, culture, and land-based learning


• Oversee reporting, evaluation, and grant compliance

Key Deliverables

• Annual ECE & Language Program Plan


• Training schedule and materials (ECE + language immersion)


• Quarterly progress reports (activities, participation, outcomes)


• Community engagement records (meetings, visits)


• Final grant report with outcomes and recommendations

Requirements

• Diploma or degree in Early Childhood Education or related field


• Valid ECE certification


• Several years of progressive experience in childcare or early learning environments


• Leadership and supervisory experience


• Strong knowledge of child development, licensing regulations, and curriculum planning


• Excellent communication, organizational, and conflict-resolution skills

Working Conditions

• Travel may be required


• Ability to work independently or as part of a team


• Manual dexterity required to use desktop computer and additional hardware


• Overtime as required


• Lifting or moving up to 25lbs may be required

Please send a cover letter, resume and 3 references to:

Jenai Nolin
Human Resources Generalist
Tŝilhqot’in National Government
1729 South Lakeside Drive
Williams Lake, BC V2G 3A9
Email: [email protected]

Preference will be given to those of Aboriginal Ancestry - per Section 16(1) of the Canadian Human Rights Act.

Sechanalyagh to all who have applied. Due to the high volume of applications we receive on our job postings, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.