Position Job Title: Head Start Coordinator
Department: Yeqwethet Aylexw
Type: Full Time
Salary Range: Based on Sts’ailes Salary Grid

Yeqwethet Aylexw is seeking a qualified Head Start Coordinator. The Sts’ailes Head start program, and its employees are committed to providing a positive, healthy and community- driven approach, and to the delivery of services which are sustainable and respect the customs and traditions of Sts’ailes and surrounding communities. This position will report to the Yeqwethet Aylexw Manager.

Qualifications/Requirements:

Early Childhood Education Diploma or recognized equivalence.
Knowledge of the Community Care and Assisted Living Act, Child Care Licensing Regulations.
Knowledge of the Indigenous Early Years; Early Learning Childcare Framework and the ECEBC Code of Conduct and/or the Elements of Quality Care from the Perspective of Aboriginal Peoples in BC.
A minimum of two (2) years’ work experience in Head Start, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Thorough knowledge of Head Start and the six guiding components.
Ability to track, monitor and develop budgets.
Knowledge and understanding of the development of children and their mental, physical, social, emotional and spiritual needs.
Coordination skills such as planning, organizing or other related skills.
Highly organized and ability to multi- task with minimum supervision.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and proven ability to establish rapport with people of all educational and occupational backgrounds.
Ability to use a computer and or learn MS Word, MS Office, MS Excel etc.
Valid Emergency Child Care First Aid Certificate.
Ability to demonstrate creative problem-solving skills, good judgement, and resourcefulness.
Knowledge and appreciation of First Nation people and how culture impacts in the development of young children.
Understanding of cross-Cultural issues that impact on First Nation people and our communities.
Demonstrates abilities to build strong relationships within the community.
Ability to adhere to confidentiality guidelines of all records, materials and communications concerning the operations of the Yeqwethet Aylexw Head Start Program.
Superior organizational and time management skills to meet client needs within the Yeqwethet Aylexw Head Start Program.
Participates in the Letse’mot Team as directed.
Participates in the Letse’mot Case Management Team when needed.
Self-motivated, resourceful, and punctual.
Must successfully pass the required pre-employment Criminal records check through the Province of BC.
Proof of education documentation and record of immunization history.
A valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License.

Wage Range: Sts’ailes Salary Grid
Type of Position: Full-time and is subject to a 3-month probationary period.

Application Deadline: November 20, 2024 at 4:00 p.m.

Candidates will be screened according to the qualifications/requirements and are required to submit a resume, cover letter and 2 letters of reference. Please fax, mail or hand deliver your application to:

Sts’ailes, ATTN: Human Resources Office
4690 Salish Way, Agassiz, BC V0M 1A1
E-mail: Tasheena.Urquhart@stsailes.com
Fax # 604-796-3946

We regret that we will only respond to those applicants chosen for an interview. We thank all applicants for their interest.

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Application Deadline: November 20, 2024 at 4:00 p.m.