Early Years Cultural Coordinator

Position: Early Years Cultural Coordinator
1 Full Time Contract Vacancy (One Year)
Application Deadline: November 1, 2026
To apply: visit www.binnoojiiyag.ca/careers and submit required application and resume.

The Early Years Cultural Coordinator (EYCC) will work with our agency partner, Durham Region Children’s Services Division (CSD), to support the planning, ongoing development and maintenance of culturally intelligent early years programming in early learning for the EarlyON programming and licensed child care centres across Durham Region. The EYCC, with the guidance of the Dnaagdawenmag Binnoojiiyag Child & Family Services team, will apply their experience and knowledge of Indigenous Culture to support the work in enhancing Early Years programming that support Indigenous children and families. The EYCC will lead in the develop and lead trainings, to develop culturally relevant educational resources and lend support to all educators in the early years and child care community, including non-Indigenous educators, in collaboration with the ESD training specialist and the CSD team.

Knowledge Requirements:

• Knowledge of the Ministry of Education’s pedagogy and directives for the early learning and child care sector.
• A deep understanding of Indigenous culture and teachings, protocols, and ceremonies.
• Knowledge of Indigenous culture and values, including awareness of the First Nation, Inuit and Métis Communities we service.
• Knowledge of the Child Care and Early Years Act, 2014, the Early Childhood Educators Act, The College of Early Childhood Educators “Code of Ethics and Standard of Practices”.
• A solid understanding of the programs and services of the child care and support agencies in the Durham Region including a solid understanding of child care settings and EarlyON programs.
• A good working knowledge of community services within the Dnaagdawenmag Binnoojiiyag Child & Family Services catchment area and surrounding areas to assist in service provision.
• A solid understanding of and sensitivity to the experiences of First Nations and Indigenous peoples in Canada, and the impact of the legacy of Residential Schools and the Sixties Scoop upon them is essential.

Education and Experience Requirements:

1. A post-secondary diploma in Early Childhood Education or equivalent combination of experience and education.
2. Registered with the College of Early Childhood Educators.
3. Experience working in a coaching, mentoring, and/or training role.
4. Experience delivering culturally relevant learning and development programs in a professional role.
5. Experience working within child welfare and/or Indigenous child-wellbeing setting would be considered an asset.

TO APPLY • Please email the following to careers@binnoojiiyag.ca

• Application for Employment (available at www.binnoojiiyag.ca).
• Please indicate preferred location in your application.
• Resume (include 3 work-related direct supervisory references).
• Incomplete Applications will not be considered.
• Only those selected will be contacted for an interview.
• As an Indigenous Child Wellbeing Agency, we give priority to applicants who identify as First Nations, Inuit, Métis, and those with close affiliations.

About Dnaagdawenmag Binnoojiiyag Child & Family Services:

Dnaagdawenmag Binnoojiiyag (Nog-dah-wen-mawg) (Bin-ooh-zhee-yug) Dnaagdawenmag Binnoojiiyag Child & Family Services is a multi-service Indigenous Child Well-Being Agency. We provide a stable foundation for children, youth, and families, through wraparound services that are culturally based and family-focused. We seek to support our families in the way they deserve, with care and authenticity, and by recognizing and respecting spirit. We form a wholistic, inclusive, and nonjudgmental circle of care. We seek to honour and support those we serve, with a constant commitment to growing our base of knowledge and expertise. We are an agency that delivers culturally-intelligent services to our partner First Nation communities in Ontario. With our team of dedicated staff, we work with children, youth, and families as early as possible to help them navigate various obstacles and access services available to them. We offer services such as Child & Youth Mental Health and Addictions, Youth Justice, Youth in Transition, Child Welfare, and Alternative Care.