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Childventures Early Learning Academy has established an outstanding reputation as a trailblazer in child development. We believe in the transformative power of early childhood education and are dedicated to creating a nurturing and stimulating environment where young minds can flourish. We are a community of educators who are passionate about lifelong learning. Our team is committed to fostering a love of learning and laying the foundation for a lifetime of success for our children.

Be part of an organization that supports YOU in doing your best work. We are committed to creating a supportive and inclusive environment where our team feels cared for and is inspired to facilitate learning – not only in educating our children but also to learn and grow themselves.

We are currently recruiting for three (3) Inclusion Coordinators to join our team on one-year contract positions. Every child deserves to belong. If you're passionate about inclusion, collaboration, and building educator capacity to support diverse learners, we'd love to welcome you to our team!

POSITION OVERVIEW

Reporting to the Vice-President/Executive Director, Operations, the Inclusion Coordinator will play a key role in advancing inclusive practices across the organization by supporting children, families, educators, and centre leadership teams. Through observation, coaching, collaboration, and resource development, this role will help create learning environments where all children can meaningfully participate, thrive, and reach their full potential. The Inclusion Coordinator focuses on building educator capacity through professional learning, reflective practice, and sustainable inclusive strategies that strengthen outcomes for children over time.

 EXCLUSIVE PERKS

• Competitive wages and vacation allowance
• Training & development: paid professional development days and continuous curriculum training
• Opportunities for career advancement
• Fully reimbursed RECE membership dues
• Group Benefits including Health, Dental, AD&D, Life and Health Care Spending Account
• Corporate discount and perks program
• Beautiful, Spacious & Enjoyable Work Environment

Childventures is dedicated to bringing our Values to life for our children, family and team! Click here [https://youtu.be/_7RfvB9DLoA] to see our Values.

KEY ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Child & Classroom Support

• Conduct classroom observations and assessments to identify strengths, barriers, and opportunities to support children's successful participation and inclusion.
• Collaborate with centre teams to develop, implement, and monitor individualized support strategies and Individual Support Plans (ISPs).
• Provide recommendations related to classroom environments, teaching practices, and transition planning to promote positive developmental outcomes, including transitions into care, between classrooms, and into school settings.
• Work closely with Regional Directors and the Director of Quality to assess the evolving inclusion needs of centres and inform the allocation of enhanced funding and support resources to areas of greatest need.

Family & Community Partnership

• Build collaborative relationships with families to support children's individual needs, development, and inclusion goals.
• In conjunction with the Centre Director, facilitate consultations with families to share observations, discuss strategies, and provide guidance and resources.
• Partner with community agencies and external professionals to coordinate supports and services for children and families, where appropriate

Educator Capacity Building

• Provide coaching, mentoring, and in-class modelling to strengthen educators' knowledge, skills, and confidence in inclusive practices and capacity in supporting diverse learning and developmental needs.
• Promote reflective practice and support educators in developing sustainable strategies that build long-term classroom capacity and positive outcomes for children.
• Support educators and leaders in addressing classroom challenges and implementing effective strategies to support diverse learner needs, with an emphasis on educator empowerment, problem-solving, and sustainable inclusive practices.
• Develop and deliver training, workshops, and professional learning opportunities related to inclusion, child development, self-regulation, behaviour support, and exceptionalities.

Program Quality & Operational Support

• Support the development and implementation of consistent inclusion practices, standards, and procedures across the organization.
• Develop tools, templates, resources, and best-practice guides to support educators, leaders, and families.
• Monitor inclusion trends, analyze data, and provide recommendations to strengthen programs, services, and organizational outcomes.
• Work with the Regional Directors and Director of Quality
• Other duties as assigned

OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE:

• Required education level: Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE) in Good Standing
• Post-secondary education in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Psychology, Special Education, Behavioural Sciences or a related field an asset
• Years of relevant experience: 3 to 5 years of working experience in early years education, including supporting children with diverse development, behavioural, communication and learning needs. Experience across multiple age groups is considered an asset

Technical Skills & Certifications:

• Post-graduate certificate in Resource Consulting preferred
• Additional training/certification in inclusion, behaviour support, autism, self-regulation, or special needs considered an asset
• Strong knowledge of child development, inclusion practices, self-regulation, executive functioning, trauma-informed practice, relationship-based approaches, and strategies to support children with diverse developmental, behavioural, communication, and learning needs.
• Strong knowledge of the Child Care and Early Years Act (CCEYA) requirements and regulations
• Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

WORK ENVIRONMENT: 

• Flexible - This role requires a daily in centre presence; however administrative tasks may be completed remotely, as appropriate and subject to operational needs.
• Travel Required – This role requires regular travel between centres across our locations in the GTHA.

SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES WILL BE REQUIRED TO MEET MINISTRY REQUIREMENTS INCLUDING:

• Obtain Supervisor Director Approval from the Ministry of Education as per the CCEYA
• 2 Step TB
• Updated Immunizations (Tetanus, MMR)
• Vulnerable Sector Check
• Standard First Aid & CPR Level C- Within 3 months of hire

Recruitment Process Disclosure

Our organization does not utilize Artificial Intelligence (AI) at any stage of the recruitment or hiring process. We prioritize human judgment and value personal connection throughout every step, including application reviews, assessments, and interview decisions.

This job posting is for a contract vacancy within the organization.