EarlyONs Program Coordinator

About Us

The “Eshkiniigjik Naandwechigegamig - A Place for Healing Our Youth" – “Aabiish Gaa Binjibaaying – Where Did We Come From?” is an Indigenous Youth Agency dedicated to providing programming and services to support Indigenous youth in North America. Our mission is to help them become responsible, participating citizens while leading their Indigenous communities.

Our Vision

At ENAGB, we are committed to empower Indigenous youth to become leaders in their communities. We believe in providing a supportive environment where youth can heal, grow, and lead their communities with strength, pride, and cultural integrity.

Under the supervision of Earlyons Supervisor, Earlyons Program Coordinator will perform the below duties: 

• Supporting the creation and/or researching Indigenous curriculum and lesson plans that promote education on language, culture, land, community and nutrition.
• Delivering programming that is suitable for children 0 – 6 years old and their families.
• Delivering prenatal programming for families.
• Ensuring a culturally safe, trauma-informed approach that is responsive to the diverse communities of our Indigenous children and families.
• Supporting the setup of the programming space.
• Assisting with the marketing and promotion of the programs.
• Interacting directly with the children and their caregivers, providing quality care.
• Providing support to the caregivers of the children.
• Supervising and coordinating activities.
• Working as a team with co-workers and parents is essential to success.
• Ability to develop and implement programs that support and promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children.
• Read each individual child's files in his/her program and be knowledgeable about his/her medical and developmental histories.
• Interact with families to encourage their involvement in activities.
• Plan, prepare, and implement daily activities (indoor/outdoor) as they relate to the curriculum.
• Ensure confidentiality of privileged information.
• Identifying policies and procedures of the program.
• Adhere to the policies and procedures of the ENAGB Youth Program.
• Other related duties as it relates to this position.

To ensure the successful delivery of the program, we require the following qualifications:

• Registered with the College of Early Childhood Educators will possess a diploma/degree  or equivalent in Early Childhood Education.

• Must have the knowledge of child development, E.L.E.C.T, infant mental health, pre/postnatal education, supportive counselling.
• Child & Youth Worker and/or relevant experience.
• Over two years of experience working with parents/caregivers and their children from birth to six years of age.
• Must have extensive knowledge of Indigenous (Inuit, Metis or First Nation) history/background.
• Fluent in an Indigenous language and knowledge of Indigenous cultures is an asset.
• Able to work evenings and weekends.
• Adequate energy and ability to meet the physical demands of the job.
• A valid Standard First Aid and CPR.
• A cleared Criminal Reference check with Vulnerable Sector Screening.
• A positive, fun-loving attitude.
• The ability to work as a team and be self-motivated.
• Must be available to attend monthly staff retreats, training sessions and ongoing professional development activities.

Employment Details

• Salary: $35/per hour
• Hours: 37.5 hours/week
• Position Type: Full time
• Location:  Toronto, ON

Benefits

• Paid Sick Days
• Paid Cultural Days
• Paid Personal Days
• Medical and Life Insurance

Application Process

Please submit your Cover letter and Resume via email to: 

Juhi Jaswani

Human Resources Manager

Email: Jobs@enagb-iya.ca

Deadline: June 24, 2025 at 10:00 AM

Applications without a cover letter will not be considered. 

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible workplace for all applicants. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.