Aboriginal Head Start Advisor

Aboriginal Head Start Association of British Columbia (AHSABC)

AHSABC is seeking a caring, community-minded, and collaborative AHS Advisor to join our team. This role is rooted in relationships, cultural respect, and the shared vision of supporting Indigenous children and families to thrive. If you are passionate about Early Childhood Education that is grounded in Indigenous ways of knowing and are excited to uplift and champion AHS programs across BC, we would love to hear from you.

The AHS Advisor brings heart, knowledge, and leadership to support AHS programs provincially. Working independently as part of a warm, supportive remote team, you will help nurture high-quality early years programming guided by the AHS Principles and Guidelines. Your work will uplift early childhood educators, strengthen program quality, and support communities through mentorship, capacity building, and cultural advocacy. This role reports directly to the AHSABC Director of Programming.

• Support and strengthen AHS programs to deliver high-quality, culturally grounded early year learning and child care guided by the AHS Principles and Guidelines and the BC Early Learning Framework.
• Build strong, trusting relationships with AHS communities through coaching, mentorship, and collaboration.
• Offer both in person and virtual peer mentoring to grow the AHS ECE profession.
• Develop facilitation skills and contribute as a LOVIT Way PEP Facilitator (training and onboarding provided) guiding programs through action plans.
• Document program support activities using the AHSABC Gathering Basket digital tool.
• Host monthly regional sharing circles to encourage connection and knowledge sharing.
• Support reporting, planning, and program evaluation activities.
• Help promote AHS initiatives, write stories and articles, and contribute to social media and training events.
• Collaborate closely with the AHSABC Team using the MS365 Teams platform.
• Attend meetings, trainings, cultural gatherings, and celebrations across BC and Canada.

• Education in Early Childhood Education, including a BC ECE Certificate and/or Child and Youth Care Degree.
• Experience with Aboriginal Head Start programs (frontline experience preferred).
• Lived experience as an Indigenous person and/or strong relationships with Indigenous communities is an asset, bringing knowledge of diverse Indigenous cultures and community strengths.
• Excellent administrative ability to support organizational initiatives, reporting, and planning and day-to-day coordination.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Confidence using digital tools, online platforms, and office productivity software to manage tasks.
• -3 or ITERS-3 is an asset.
• Communicate effectively and work independently with accountability and purpose.
• Experience with ECERS3 or ITERS3 is an asset.
• Experience working with Elders and parents in early childhood settings.
• Valid BC Driver’s License.
• Remote work from a home office (equipment provided by AHSABC).
• Regular collaboration with the AHSABC Team via online meetings, phone, and email.
• Travel to AHS communities for visits and in-person support.
• Ability to attend training events, gatherings, and celebrations across BC and Canada.
• Full-time, permanent role (35 hours per week).
• Flexible schedule with approximately 80% of hours between 8 AM–4 PM, Monday–Friday. Some evening or weekend hours for gatherings or training.
• Must reside in British Columbia.

We believe in caring for the people who care for our communities. As part of the AHSABC Team, you will enjoy a supportive work environment and a benefits package designed to help you feel appreciated and well-resourced.

• Competitive salary starting at $65,500 – negotiated to reflect your education, experience, and the heart you bring to this work.
• Comprehensive health benefits that support your holistic well-being.
• Retirement plan, with employer matching benefit, to help you build long-term security.
• Home office use compensation.
• Paid travel and accommodations for community visits, training, gatherings, and events.
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development.
• The chance to be part of a caring, collaborative team committed to uplifting Indigenous children, families, and early childhood professionals across BC.

Submit a detailed cover letter, complete resume, and two references via e-mail to:

Tammy Aguilera, Director of Programming, Aboriginal Head Start Association of BC

NOTE:

In accordance with Section 41 of the BC Human Rights Code and Section 15 of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, preference will be given to qualified candidates of Indigenous Identity.