Indigenous Early Learning and Childcare Coordinator

Position Title: Indigenous Early Learning and Childcare Coordinator

Department: Early Learning

Reports To: Manager of Early Learning

Location: Inuvik/Fort McPherson

Employment Type: Term Ending on March 15, 2028

PURPOSE

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

RESPONSIBILITIES

• 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 AHS programs 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 key community 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 program activities.
• Provide recommendations for the purchase of equipment and materials for childcare centers and AHS programs.
• Provide reports as required, including staff evaluations, program development status, parent surveys, and community involvement updates.
• Administrative duties requested by Manager, Early Learning
• Additional duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Completion of a Diploma in Early Childhood Education plus a minimum of two years’ experience working in an early childhood center.
• 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 the GSA 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 methods or willingness to learn.
• Class 5 Driver’s License.

APPLY

Please submit your resume and cover letter combined into a single PDF file via email to jobs@gwichintribal.ca with the subject line Indigenous Early Learning and Childcare Coordinator. Kindly indicate if you are a Gwich’in Participant or Indigenous applicant requesting priority consideration or if you require any accessibility accommodations. Application Deadline is November 13, 2026.

In accordance with Section 16(1) of the Canadian Human Rights Act and our obligations under the Gwich’in Comprehensive Land Claim Agreement (GCLCA), preference will be given to qualified GCLCA Participants and Indigenous applicants. We encourage applicants to self-identify in their application if they wish to be considered under this preference.