Inclusion and Diversity Coordinator

Centre/Organization
Dugald Daycare Inc.
Job Location
Dugald Manitoba
Remote Position
Yes
Vehicle Required
Yes
Expiry Date
Application Email / URL
daycaredugald@gmail.com

Full Description

Inclusion Leadership & Program Support

  • Lead the development and implementation of inclusive practices across all program areas
  • Support educators in adapting programming to meet diverse developmental, behavioural, and cultural needs
  • Ensure all children can meaningfully participate in daily activities
  • Promote a strengths-based, child-centred approach

 

Individualized Planning & Coordination

  • Develop, implement, and monitor Individual Support Plans (ISPs)
  • Coordinate supports for children with additional needs
  • Liaise with external agencies, specialists, and inclusion funding programs
  • Support transition planning (into care, between rooms, to school)

 

Staff Training & Capacity Building

  • Provide coaching, modelling, and mentoring to staff on:
    • Behaviour guidance strategies
    • Inclusive practices
    • Cultural responsiveness
  • Identify training needs and support professional development plans
  • Assist in onboarding staff with inclusion expectations

 

Support & Oversight of Staff working with ISP children

  • Provide direction and support to staff
  • Ensure consistency in strategies and expectations
  • Assist with scheduling and effective deployment of supports
  • Monitor effectiveness of support plans

 

Family & Community Engagement

  • Build strong relationships with families of children requiring additional support
  • Participate in meetings with families and external professionals
  • Provide guidance and resources to families when appropriate

 

Equity, Diversity & Cultural Inclusion

  • Promote an inclusive environment that reflects diversity in culture, language, and family structure
  • Support staff in implementing culturally responsive programming
  • Review and recommend improvements to materials, environments, and practices

Documentation & Compliance

  • Maintain accurate and confidential records related to inclusion supports
  • Assist with documentation required for inclusion funding
  • Ensure practices align with Manitoba ELCC standards and expectations

We offer:

12 paid personal days

Paid PD days

Group benefits with Blue Cross after 3 months

Pension plan 

Paid snow days-if the school division closes we close with pay

The Ideal Candidate Is

  • ECE II or III (ECE III strongly preferred)
  • Additional training in inclusion, special needs, or child development (asset)
  • Minimum 2–3 years experience working with children with diverse needs
  • Strong knowledge of behaviour guidance and inclusive practices
  • Experience working with external professionals and support systems
  • Strong coaching and mentoring ability
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills
  • Problem-solving and adaptability
  • Leadership without direct authority (influence-based role)
  • High level of organization and confidentiality

Contact Information

If you are interested in joining our team, please send your resume and cover letter to daycaredugald@gmail.com