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The competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. Applications received by February 3rd, 2025, at 10:00 am will be assured of careful consideration.

Lethbridge School Division invites innovative leaders who are energetic and insightful to apply for the position of the Early Learning Coordinator with duties to commence on March 3, 2025, or on a mutually agreed upon date. The ideal candidate will possess a student-centered perspective, a learner mindset, excellent communication skills, outstanding interpersonal skills, the ability to nurture a positive culture.

The Division

Our School Division, situated on the beautiful traditional lands of the Blackfoot people, is dedicated to growing, leading, and supporting our community through the values of learning, respect, leadership, well-being, and inclusion. We provide culturally authentic learning opportunities that nurture the growth and well-being of all students and staff.

Embracing diversity within our inclusive schools, our Division is recognized for its innovative culture and commitment to fostering leadership and community partnerships. We offer meaningful, engaging learning experiences through a wide range of student-centred programs that meet the unique needs of each learner while prioritizing the well-being of everyone in our schools.

With over 1200 dedicated staff members, Lethbridge School Division serves the educational needs of more than 12,000 students across 24 schools in the city. Together with our community, we create a welcoming and supportive environment where everyone can thrive and reach their full potential.

Mission

Lethbridge School Division is inclusive, forward-thinking and accountable for engaging students in quality learning experiences that develop strong foundations, innovative minds and responsible citizens.

For a complete overview of our division, visit our website.

The City of Lethbridge

Lethbridge is located just two hours south of Calgary, close to the Rocky Mountains and U.S. border. It is a family-oriented and culturally vibrant community with many amenities of a larger city. Lethbridge has over 100,000 residents and is one of only a few cities its size with two post-secondary institutions - Lethbridge Polytechnic and University of Lethbridge. Lethbridge has a robust fine arts community and is renowned for the breadth of recreation activities with outstanding facilities. Lethbridge offers more than 70 parks, 140 km of walking and running trails, playgrounds and sports fields throughout the city.

The City of Lethbridge is a proud neighbour to the largest First Nation reserve, by area, in Canada. Kainai Nation (also known as the Blood or Kainaiwa), covers 1,342.9 km², and is located southwest of the city of Lethbridge, north of the town of Cardston, east of Pincher Creek, bordered on all sides of the Oldman, St. Mary and Belly rivers in Alberta. We are fortunate to learn from Indigenous communities and are committed to enhancing our understanding of the truths of our past so we can continue to move towards reconciliation.

Requirements

• Applicants should be eligible for an Alberta Teaching Certificate, and possess or be near completion of a Master's in Education;
• Previous experience as a School Administrator or System Leader will be considered an asset.

The ideal candidate will:

• Work closely with the Director of Inclusive Education to support a positive culture of inclusive programming and practices in division schools;
• Have previous experience in a school division working with children/students at the ECS and early elementary levels;
• Coordinate, administrate and deliver programs for early education (preschool-aged) children receiving Program Unit Funding and children receiving mild, moderate and EAL support;
• Ensure coordination of a continuum of supports and services for ECS children and students in early elementary;
• Work in collaboration with elementary schools to ensure appropriate supports and services are in place;
• Consult with elementary school administrators to support kindergarten programming;
• Be responsible for hiring, supervision and completing evaluations for staff under their program;
• Collaborate with community partners;
• Coordinate and facilitate professional learning within areas of responsibility;
• Have a commitment to supporting all children/students in an inclusive learning environment;
• Have a deep understanding of sound pedagogical approaches in early learning programs and classrooms;
• Demonstrate an ethical, child/student-centred approach to decision making;
• Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to contribute to a positive, team-oriented culture;
• Possess qualities of a reflective educator committed to ongoing professional learning;
• Have effective time management and organizational abilities.

Conditions of Employment

To ensure and maintain a safe and secure working and learning environment, applicants new to Lethbridge School Division who are offered employment must provide:

• A police information check; including Vulnerable Sector Check from Police Services or an RCMP detachment that does not have any charges or convictions.
• A satisfactory Intervention Record Check from South Region Alberta Child and Family Services.
• Proof of photo identification may be a valid driver's license, provincial identification card as issued by a licensed government registry office, valid passport or Nexus card. If one cannot be provided, a new card must be obtained and proof of application provided within three days of hire.
• Documentation of a valid Social Insurance Number in the employee's legal name. If valid Social Insurance documentation in the current legal name can not be provided, the successful candidate will be required to obtain a new one within three days of hire.

Please note that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted regarding an interview.

Inquiries about the Early Learning Coordinator position can be directed to Morag Asquith, Associate Superintendent, Instructional Services, at (403) 380-5318 or [email protected].

Inquiries regarding the application process can be directed to Katie Guccione at 403-380-5297 or [email protected].

Benefits

Lethbridge School Division provides an exceptional benefit package as well as professional learning opportunities, the ability to build rewarding connections with the community, and the opportunity to work within a supportive and collaborative team!