Coordinating Teacher

Job summary

Coordinate services and develop Individual Program Plans for a caseload of preschool-aged children. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and provide coaching to Educational Assistants to ensure inclusive learning environments.

Job details

About Community Options - A Society for Children and Families For over 45 years, Community Options has championed inclusion, equity, and early intervention for young children and their families in the greater Edmonton area. As a dynamic non-profit, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to thrive. Through our collaborative, child-centered programs and a passionate, multidisciplinary team, empowering children to build the foundational skills they need to succeed alongside their peers in their own communities. Our Mission: Community Options supports the diverse needs of children and families through inclusive early childhood education programs and community initiatives. Our Vision: Empowered families building inclusive communities. What You'll Do Lead with Purpose * Coordinate services for a caseload of ~25 preschool-aged children, developing and delivering Individual Program Plans (IPPs) tailored to each child’s strengths and needs. * Partner with families and early learning professionals to create a meaningful, inclusive learning journey for each child. Empower Through Collaboration * Work closely with a multidisciplinary team (SLPs, OTs, PTs, Family Support Workers, etc.) to provide integrated support in educational. * Provide direct consultation and coaching to Educational Assistants (EAs) and early learning teams during program visits. Make Every Visit Count * Plan and conduct impactful program visits (typically 2 per month per child) to observe, assess, model strategies, and collect data in collaboration with the EA. * Design engaging activities and resources to support each child’s development goals. Communicate * Facilitate family-centered IPP meetings and ensure updates, transitions, and planning are clearly documented and shared. * Liaise with outside agencies and school partners to ensure continuity of care and support. Support and Supervise * Mentor and supervise your assigned EAs — offering guidance, feedback, and coaching to help them shine in their roles. * Promote inclusive practices and build strong relationships between families, EAs, and early learning site staff. Contribute, Learn, Grow Depending on your interests and organizational needs, you may also: * Lead workshops or presentations for families and professionals * Contribute to EA training and onboarding * Represent Community Options in external events or conferences * Participate in internal committees, staff meetings, and professional development What You Bring * Bachelor of Education and a valid Alberta teaching certificate (interim or permanent) * Experience in early childhood education, ideally with diverse learners * A passion for inclusive education and supporting children with developmental needs * Strong organizational skills, flexibility, and the ability to work independently * Excellent written and verbal communication skills * Ability to engage physically with young children (kneeling, squatting, lifting up to 50 lbs, and occasionally running if needed) * A commitment to child safety and privacy, including: * Up-to-date Child Intervention Record Check and Police Record Check with Vulnerable Sector * Valid driver’s license, reliable vehicle, and appropriate insurance * Certification in Child Care First Aid and CPR (or willingness to obtain within 90 days) Why Join Community Options? You’ll be part of a dedicated team that believes in the power of early support, inclusion, and family-centered care. You’ll enjoy flexibility, professional development opportunities, and the chance to truly make a difference in the lives of children and families across Edmonton.

What you’ll do

Coordinate services and develop Individual Program Plans for a caseload of preschool-aged children. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and provide coaching to Educational Assistants to ensure inclusive learning environments.

Requirements

Requires a Bachelor of Education and a valid Alberta teaching certificate. Candidates must have experience in early childhood education and the ability to perform physical tasks related to child care.

Benefits

• Professional development opportunities
• Flexibility

Listed skills

• Supervision · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Coaching · Preferred
• Documentation · Preferred
• Relationship Building · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Early childhood education
• Individual program plans
• Inclusive education
• Multidisciplinary collaboration
• Mentoring
• Supervision
• Data collection
• Communication
• Child development
• Consultation
• Coaching
• Documentation
• Relationship building
• Early intervention
• Early Intervention
• Organizational Skills
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification
• First Aid Certification
• Teaching Certificate
• Diverse Learners
• Valid Driver's License
• Planning
• Child Development
• Training And Development
• Data Collection
• Family Support
• Employee Onboarding
• Preschool Education
• Presentations
• Verbal Communication Skills
• Enterprise Application Software

Job areas

• Education
• Social Services
• Teacher/Coordinator
• Preschool / Childcare Teacher
• Early Childhood Educators
• Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education

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