Early Learning Program Specialist -Temporary

Sno-Isle Libraries•Stanwood, WA

1d•$40 - $55•Hybrid

About The Position

The Early Learning Program Specialist helps shape meaningful early literacy experiences for young children (ages 0-5) and the adults who support them. This position creates, develops, and delivers engaging early learning programs, services, resources, and special events that inspire curiosity and a love of reading. This temporary, grant-funded position (up to two years) plays a vital role in expanding early learning and Kindergarten Readiness access across the Camano Island and Stanwood communities. This position works primarily aboard the Library District’s Early Learning Bus, branded as Wonder Wheels, delivering programs and services at rotating community locations. By leading community outreach, building strong partnerships with early learning centers, school networks, individual schools, and organizations dedicated to early childhood development, this role brings high-quality early literacy programs and supportive resources and materials directly to children, families, caregivers, and early learning partners. Through these collaborations and mobile services through the use of the Early Learning Bus, this position reduces barriers to access and ensures young learners throughout the area benefit from engaging, developmentally supportive early learning experiences. Sno-Isle Libraries is committed to embedding equity into our organization. As we engage in equity work, it's important to have a good foundation to frame the work and then provide training opportunities to build skills and knowledge. We value and embrace the unique experiences our staff members bring to the organization and recognize how their experiences improve the service we provide.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in early childhood education, elementary age teaching, or an equivalent field required.
1-2 years of experience planning and conducting programs and classes focused on early childhood literacy for children (ages 0-5), caregivers, and families.
Must hold a valid Washington State Driver’s License and meet all state driver licensing requirements.
Advanced knowledge of early childhood and literacy development.
Strong skills in organization, planning, problem solving, and decision-making.
Skills in working with diverse communities, partners, and community organizers.
Ability to plan, initiate, develop, and evaluate special library programs and services; learning curriculum, scaffolding, sequencing, and indication of standards and guidelines used in plans.
Ability to operate Early Learning Bus vehicle.
Ability to promote the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace and in the community.
Ability to learn and apply established library practices and procedures.
Ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences.
Ability to work independently and to set priorities.
Ability to work cooperatively and maintain effective interpersonal skills with the public and co-workers.
Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 Suite.

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree in Education preferred.
Endorsements/certifications for Early Childhood Education, School Librarianship, or Reading Specialist or near completion of endorsement/certification (within 3-4 months), preferred.

Responsibilities

Transport library materials, equipment, and early learning services to the communities of Camano Island and Stanwood using the Early Learning Bus.
Aid in the development, coordination, and execution of community-wide early learning opportunities and experiences that prepare children (ages 0-5) to become ready to learn to read, e.g., pre-Kindergarten Readiness, story time, music and movement, sensory play, and STEAM activities.
Provide guidance on early literacy concerns, issues, and development to parents, caregivers, and organizations.
Collect feedback, assist with data collection, and maintain and report early literacy program statistics, contributing to reports on program attendance, outcomes, and community impact.
Collaborate to curate early learning resources and materials and provide input on books, materials, and equipment needed to support early literacy programs and outreach.
Assist customers in early learning services by offering reference support.
Partner on multigenerational and pre-Kindergarten youth programming.
Promote the Early Learning Bus and other library services and programs through outreach to preschools, schools, daycare centers, family support organizations, and community events.
Assist with special projects as required.
Serve on various library committees as assigned.
Perform other duties as assigned.