Program Facilitator

Spread The Word Nevada•Reno, NV

21h

About The Position

At Spread the Word Nevada, we believe every child deserves the chance to discover the joy and power of reading. Since 2001, we've placed millions of books into the hands and homes of children across Nevada's most underserved communities - inspiring a lifelong love of learning and brighter academic futures. Position Summary The Program Facilitator assists with all aspects of preparing books for distribution, book cleanings, and off-site programming.

Requirements

High school diploma required
Must be proficient in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and Canva
Must possess proficient ability to communicate in English in oral and written formats
Use of a reliable personal vehicle, valid auto insurance, and a valid driver's license
Must be able to drive the Company Vehicle (van, truck).
Must be able to successfully complete a pre-employment background check
May be required to work evenings and weekends on occasion
Ability to Comply with the Company Drug and Alcohol Policy as a requirement of a position that could adversely affect the safety of others.
Valid Nevada State Drivers' License, proof of current automobile insurance, and automobile registration
Outgoing, positive, and energetic
Ability to work with a variety of personalities
Ability to work independently
Strong verbal communication skills
Strong organizational skills
Team player
Dedication to providing excellent service to the participating program families and children
The employee is required to stand frequently; walk frequently; sit; use hands and fingers to point, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear.
The employee is required to lift up to 35 pounds.
The vision requirements include close, distance, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
The employee is required to drive a vehicle.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with children and families preferred
Familiarity with children's literature a plus
Effective in providing instruction to large groups of people
Bilingual in Spanish is highly preferred

Responsibilities

Facilitate book cleaning events
Facilitate and lead off-site programs, including Breakfast/Snack Time with Books and Readers in Training
Interact with volunteers
Assist with community outreach by operating our information tables at special events
Assist with book inventory and cycle counts
Assist with the incoming and outgoing processing of books
Assist with communication with School Liaisons
Box, sort, and count books for distribution
Complete monthly book deliveries to schools
Speak in front of groups of people
Other duties may be assigned to the Director of Northern Nevada's discretion related to the fundamental aspects of the Program Facilitator or related