Job Description:

Compensation & Benefits

• $25–$27 per hour, depending on experience

• Agency and Federal Holiday pay

• Employee Assistance Program

• Wellhub Wellness Program

• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, Psychology, Human Services, Education, or a related field; OR a combination of relevant education, training, and at least one year experience working with young children and families in educational, community-based, or family-serving settings.

• Experience planning and facilitating developmentally appropriate activities, classes, or learning experiences for children ages 0–5 and their caregivers

Preferred:

• Experience facilitating parent-child classes, parent education workshops, school readiness activities, or other family-centered early childhood programming

• Experience using Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Calendar, etc.)

Knowledge and Skills

• Understanding of early childhood development, developmental milestones, social-emotional development, attachment, play-based learning, and school readiness

• Knowledge of family strengthening and protective factor approaches

• Ability to facilitate engaging group experiences and effectively share child development information with caregivers

• Strong organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment

• Ability to adapt programming and communication styles to meet the strengths, interests, and needs of participating families

Communication and Relationship Building

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Ability to build trusting relationships with children, caregivers, colleagues, community partners, and families from varied cultural, linguistic, and lived-experience backgrounds

• Ability to engage caregivers in meaningful conversations about child development, parenting, and family well-being

• Ability to foster welcoming, inclusive environments where families feel respected, valued, and connected

• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team

Professional Qualities

• Passion for supporting young children and their families

• Commitment to culturally responsive, community-centered, and strengths-based practice

• Ability to take initiative, exercise sound judgment, and adapt to changing program needs with professionalism and flexibility

• Commitment to ongoing learning, professional development, and reflective practice

• Ability to communicate openly, clearly, and respectfully

Technical Skills and Physical Requirements

• Basic knowledge of modern office technology and software

• Ability to utilize electronic documentation and data systems

• Ability to regularly lift up to 25 pounds as part of classroom setup, event preparation, and program activities

Roles & Responsibilities

Early Learning, School Readiness & Program Facilitation

• Plan and facilitate engaging parent-child classes that support children's overall development, strengthen parent-child interactions, and promote school readiness through play, exploration, and discovery.

• Support parents in understanding developmental milestones and learning strategies they can use at home

Parent Education & Family Strengthening

• Receive training and facilitate the Triple P (Positive Parenting Program), including parent seminars and other parent education opportunities that strengthen parenting knowledge, confidence, and family well-being

• Encourage meaningful parent-child interactions and model responsive caregiving practices

• Foster opportunities for connection, peer support, and community-building among caregivers

Developmental Screening & Family Support

• Receive training and conduct Ages and Stages Questionnaire (ASQ) developmental screenings

• Discuss developmental milestones and screening results with families using a supportive, strengths-based approach

• Collaborate with Center staff to support referrals and follow-up activities when developmental concerns