Early Learning and Child Care Career Coach

​COMPETITION NUMBER: 1793
CLOSING DATE: AUG 6, 2026 @ 11:59 PM

WORK-INTEGRATED LEARNING AND CAREER EDUCATION CENTRE

We’re excited to see you explore the opportunity to join the Work-Integrated Learning and Career Education Centre (WILCEC) as a Career Coach supporting students in our Early Learning and Child Care programs. Thank you for being a Difference Maker and working together in the spirit of wahkotowin (We are all related).

Reporting to the WIL Manager, this position plays a critical role in supporting student success by supporting students and employer-partners throughout their Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) experiences. You will coach and guide students as they prepare for meaningful careers, collaborate with faculty and employer-partners, and create opportunities that help learners connect their education to the workplace.

HOW YOU'LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE

• Supporting students in their career journey through career coaching on resume writing, interview preparation, goal setting, job searching and more.
• Creating opportunities for students to connect their academic experience to the real world through Work-Integrated Learning experiences.
• Engaging all stakeholders: students, faculty, and employer-partners to develop mutually beneficial learning opportunities.
• Developing industry partnership, connecting students with work placements, employment opportunities, and industry experiences.
• Collaborating with WILCEC colleagues to continuously improve services, programs, and student outcomes.
• Remaining current on labour market trends, career development practices, and industry needs to better support students and employer-partners.
• Contributing to WILCEC initiatives, projects, events, and strategic priorities that advance student success and workforce readiness.
  
  
  

WHAT YOU BRING

• 3-5 years of experience working in the post-secondary environment or early learning and childcare environment/education environment with knowledge of employability skills and career development techniques and strategies in the early learning and childcare industry.
• A diploma or degree in education, human resources, management or relevant field; equivalent experience will be considered.
• Experience working with diverse learner populations and providing individualized support to help students achieve their goals.
• Knowledge of career development, adult education, and Work-Integrated Learning principles and best practices.
• Strong relationship-building, networking, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience developing and improving programs, processes, or services through a continuous improvement lens.
• Knowledge of labour market trends, employer needs, and student employment strategies.
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments and build trusted relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• High level of professionalism to represent the NorQuest brand.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
  
  
  

WHAT MAKES YOU A DIFFERENCE MAKER?

• A passion for student success and workforce relevance and previous experience supporting and teaching students.
• Creativity, innovation, and the willingness to be bold and share ideas to support student success and other stakeholder needs.
• A supportive, empathetic, and engaging student coaching philosophy.
• Excellent communication and professionalism skills to promote opportunities, engage with stakeholders, and have honest conversations with students and team members.
• New and exciting ways to develop career education curriculum and workshops.
• Flexibility and the ability to lead from where you are as an integral team member.
• Recognition that we are greater than they and that all initiatives support the Centre and college.
• Bold curiosity and a willingness to learn new technology with previous experience with Moodle, Articulate 360, Orbis or Symplicity, and Peoplesoft preferred.
• Previous experience working with immigrants, newcomers, and language learners preferred.
• Willingness and ability to travel to employer-partner sites around Edmonton.
  
  

SALARY: AUPE Band Level 7 | Advisor I | $2,271 - $2,950 bi-weekly reflective upon what you bring AKA your education and experience. This is a full time position with the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees (AUPE). For more information regarding the AUPE Collective Agreement, please check out this link. We are proud to be recognized as one of Canada's Most Admired Corporate Cultures.  

We offer flexible work options. We strive for balance between a flexible work environment, connectedness to the campus community, and ensuring NorQuesters are set up to succeed in their roles and responsibilities.

Additional Information: Pre-Employment Checks will be completed to assess the candidate’s suitability for a role. These checks may include (but are not limited to): references, criminal record check, academic verification, etc.

For applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada, it is recommended they obtain an assessment of their credentials from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator, such as:

• International Qualifications Assessment Service https://www.alberta.ca/international-qualifications-assessment
• World Education Services https://www.wes.org/ca/

We encourage applicants to include the assessment certificate as part of their application.

This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across NorQuest College, at the same or lower classification level.

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion: We're on a journey to become an inclusive, anti-racist, and decolonized organization. NorQuesters are trailblazers – we are curious, creative, and innovative - our lived experiences are honoured, creating accessibility and a sense of belonging for everyone.

NorQuest 2030 We Are Who We Include shares our strength and difference comes from who is included, and along with our students we are learning and growing to listen deeply and say what we feel.

NorQuest College is committed to being an employer of choice for First Nations, Métis, and Inuit people by recognizing, respecting, and supporting Indigenous people's self-determination through the institution’s work in decolonization, reconciliation, and Indigenization.

Accessibility: At NorQuest, we are who we include. We strive to provide access and accommodation throughout the recruitment, application, and selection process. We want to create opportunities for you to confidently be your authentic self. If you would like an accommodation at any stage of the process, please reach out to Careers@norquest.ca.

Apply to Become a NorQuester: If this opportunity delights you and your expertise will shine in this role, we invite you to apply for this position online by uploading your resume and cover letter combined as one document.

PSST: Only candidates shortlisted for an interview will be contacted and we’ll make sure to do this within 28 days of the closing date.