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Children Program Coordinator Jobs in Calgary, AB

BB4CK

Volunteer Engagement Coordinator

Calgary, AB

BB4CK is seeking a Volunteer Engagement Coordinator to join our Programs team. If you enjoy ... We work across the food insecurity spectrum by preparing and delivering lunches to children in ...

BB4CK

Volunteer Engagement Coordinator

Calgary, AB · On-site

BB4CK is seeking a Volunteer Engagement Coordinator to join our Programs team. If you enjoy ... We work across the food insecurity spectrum by preparing and delivering lunches to children in ...

Families Matter

Fathering Coach

Calgary, AB · On-site

... children. This position focuses on strengthening parenting capacity, promoting healthy child ... This role combines direct service delivery with program coordination, documentation, and community ...

Families Matter

Fathering Coach

Calgary, AB · On-site

... children. This position focuses on strengthening parenting capacity, promoting healthy child ... This role combines direct service delivery with program coordination, documentation, and community ...

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What does a children program coordinator do?

A Children Program Coordinator is responsible for planning, organizing, and overseeing activities and programs designed for children, typically within schools, community centers, or recreational facilities. They create engaging and age-appropriate activities, manage staff or volunteers, and ensure the safety and well-being of all participants. Additionally, they often collaborate with parents, educators, and other organizations to enhance program quality and meet the developmental needs of children. Their goal is to provide enriching experiences that support children's social, emotional, and educational growth.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a children program coordinator?

To thrive as a Children Program Coordinator, you need a background in education, child development, or a related field, often supported by a relevant degree or certification. Familiarity with curriculum planning tools, child safety regulations, and management software is typically required. Strong communication, organizational skills, creativity, and the ability to build rapport with children and parents set exceptional coordinators apart. These skills and qualities are vital for designing engaging programs, ensuring safety, and fostering a positive, supportive environment for children’s growth.

What are some common challenges faced by a children program coordinator, and how can they be addressed?

Children Program Coordinators often encounter challenges such as balancing diverse needs among children, managing group dynamics, and ensuring program activities are both engaging and age-appropriate. Effective communication with parents and staff is crucial, as is flexibility when plans need to change quickly. To address these challenges, coordinators typically rely on strong organizational skills, continuous professional development, and regular feedback from participants and their families to refine their programs.

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Girls Program Coordinator (3-month contract)

Women's Centre of Calgary

Calgary, AB • On-site

Full-time

Posted 23 days ago

Job description

Organizational background

The Women's Centre of Calgary is a community organization that provides a safe and supportive space accessed by thousands of women and girls in Calgary. Our mission is to be every woman's place for support, connections, and community. Specifically, we connect with women looking for assistance, for opportunities to connect and/or for ways to affect change in their community.


Position overview

The Girls Program Coordinator works collaboratively with other team members to create meaningful opportunities for young women and girls to develop leadership skills, build community, and explore issues that are important to them. Through group-based, multi-week programming, this position empowers young people to work for change in their communities, in alignment with the Centre's broader goals.


Required competencies

  • Takes initiative
    • Identify gaps, recommends solutions, and implements as appropriate
  • Adaptability
    • Ability to pivot when challenges or opportunities present themselves
    • Openness to change, and willing to support changes that provide improved experiences for women
  • Communicates clearly
    • Provides regular status updates to leadership and relevant interested parties
    • Conveys ideas and information using precise written and spoken language
    • Adapts delivery based on audience, checking for understanding and commitment
    • Ability to identify when and what to communicate
  • Detail Oriented
    • Produces high-quality work


Job duties

  • Organize and facilitate multi-week, group-based, developmentally appropriate programming in which participants can connect, build community and practice their leadership skills.
  • Build and maintain effective relationships with other organizations and community groups.
  • Utilize culturally appropriate, strengths-based practices to engage participants of diverse backgrounds.
  • Empower program participants with skills and guidance to action their ideas for projects and events.
  • Respond to critical incidents using assessment, planning, and de-escalation skills.
  • Ensure program statistics are collected and documented in a timely manner.
  • Actively participate in impact and evaluation activities.
  • Contribute to a positive work environment.
  • Contribute towards a culture of psychological safety.
  • Build effective relationships with clients, volunteers, and supporters of the Centre.
  • Participate in activities related to equity, diversity, and inclusion as well as Truth and Reconciliation.


Required qualifications

  • Diploma or undergraduate degree in Social Work or Child and Youth Care. A combination of experience and education in a related area will be considered.
  • Registration and membership in good standing with a regulatory body (if appropriate).
  • 2+ years of experience working with children and/or youth.
  • Experience facilitating group programming for young people.
  • Knowledge and expertise of social and developmental issues related to young women and girls.
  • Basic assessment and safety planning skills.
  • Problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively with people from diverse backgrounds.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.


Line of communication and accountability

  • Reports to: Team Lead, Community Development


Working conditions and physical requirements

The Women's Centre is a storefront community center operating in an open environment. This role will require attendance and participation in off-site meetings and events in the community. This position requires evening and occasional weekend work.


Conditions of employment

  • Child Intervention Record, Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector checks required.

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