Play & Learn Facilitator (Flex Employee)

About the Role

The Kaleidoscope Play & Learn program is a partnership with Child Care Resources, King County, and the Seattle Public Library, designed to support the development of children's school readiness skills and provide education and support for parents and caregivers. As a Play & Learn Facilitator, you will lead weekly groups for children ages 5 and under in community-based settings.

Responsibilities

• Set up and clean up meeting spaces in accordance with safety protocols
• Plan and facilitate weekly in-person and/or virtual Play & Learn sessions using developmentally appropriate and culturally responsive activities
• Lead bilingual or multilingual storytime, creative play, and group activities
• Collaborate with Play & Learn Coordinators and other staff to ensure alignment with program goals and funding requirements
• Engage with caregivers to provide coaching, share resources, and make referrals as needed
• Track attendance, document participant engagement, and support program reporting
• Participate in training sessions, virtual facilitation, and outreach efforts

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Experience engaging children ages 5 and under and their families
• Ability to facilitate group activities informed by early childhood education or caregiver coaching
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Ability to build and maintain collaborative partnerships with families
• Navigation of local community resources that support families
• Strong time management and initiative
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Computer proficiency and knowledge of basic office equipment
• Bilingual in a language spoken by DLEC parents (Chinese, Vietnamese, Spanish, or African language preferred)
• Valid Washington State driver's license and daily access to a personal, legally licensed vehicle with proof of current automobile insurance or access to reliable source of transportation

Work Schedule

Play & Learn groups are currently facilitated at various Seattle Public Library branches, with a schedule of up to 12 hours per week. The schedule and locations are subject to change.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

The employee must be able to lift and transport materials (up to 25 lbs), kneel, bend, sit on the floor, and work both indoors and outdoors in a variety of settings. The work is typically performed in an early childhood environment, with moderate to loud noise.

Pay and Benefits

The position offers a fixed rate of $28.56 per hour. As a Flex Employee, you are eligible for Paid Time Off (PTO) and participation in the 401(k) retirement plan, including employer matching. Medical benefits are not offered for Flex Employee positions.