EarlyONs Program Coordinator (Contract)

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 Manager the  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, ELECT,  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.
• Able to travel to all of our EarlyONs sites, with the understanding that this position involves rotating between locations according to our schedule.
• 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, Monday to Friday or Wednesday to Sunday
• Position Type: Full time, Contract
• Location:  Toronto, ON
• Contract Duration: 18 Months

Benefits

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

Application Process

Please submit your Cover letter and Resume with the subject line as EarlyON Program Coordinator via email to Jobs@enagb-iya.ca

Deadline: June 22, 2026 at 5:00 PM

Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.  

 ENAGB does not use artificial intelligence to screen, assess or select applicants for this position. 

 This vacancy is for a new position.

 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.                          

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.         

We encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply, preference will be given to qualified Indigenous candidates.