Early Learning Parent Facilitator

This is a Full Time Job

Position Title: Parent Facilitator

Department: Early Learning

Supervisor: Early Learning Partnerships Manager

Classification: Temporary, Part-Time (as-needed), Non-Exempt

Location: Costa Mesa, CA (Hybrid)

Compensation: $40.00/ hourly

Work with a Purpose!

PBS SoCal is looking for a Parent Facilitator who enjoys community engagement and early learning. If this sounds like the job for you, then submit your cover letter and resume today!

About Public Media Group of Southern California

PBS SoCal tells stories that matter through original programs that reflect the diversity of the region and the full schedule of trusted PBS SoCal programs. Our content channels are available for free on internet-connected screens, including six local broadcast channels and one national satellite channel.

A donor-supported community institution, PBS SoCal sparks the sharing of ideas at in-person cultural events and community conversations as well as delivers social impact through services that prepare our most vulnerable children for school.

Job Overview

The Parent Facilitator will be responsible for delivering PBS SoCal’s Family Math workshops, camps, and related programming at early learning centers, elementary school sites, and non-profit organizations throughout Los Angeles and Orange Counties. These workshops are designed to foster adult and child engagement, particularly in the digital age, through the use of PBS SoCal’s Family Math resources.

Workshops focus on foundational math concepts aligned with Preschool, Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework, and Common Core State Standards. The Parent Facilitator will implement PBS SoCal’s evidence-based curriculum and utilize instructional materials developed by PBS SoCal and PBS KIDS to engage families in hands-on, developmentally appropriate math learning experiences.

Primary Duties/Responsibilities:
• Understand the philosophy, approach, and curriculum of PBS SoCal’s Family Math initiative, workshop model, Eat Play workshops, and Camps
• Be comfortable teaching and integrating digital media/technology into the workshops
• Attend orientation training and bi-monthly in-person and/or virtual facilitator bi-monthly meetings
• Conduct PBS SoCal’s Family Math workshop, Eat Play workshops, and Camps
• Arrive punctually at workshop sites; perform setup and registration duties as needed
• Ensure that PBS SoCal’s programs are delivered professionally and effectively
• Establish a safe and engaging environment during the workshops for parents, caregivers and children
• Provide guidance to parents and caregivers based on PBS SoCal’s program services and resources
• Administrative responsibilities include supporting with workshop logistics, managing travel time and timecard, mileage and expense reimbursements, and supporting with post-workshop survey
• All other duties as assigned

Qualifications:
• Experience leading or teaching groups with child and adult interactions; experience facilitating parent engagement
• Demonstrate strong time and classroom management skills
• Excellent communication skills
• General knowledge of the school system
• Strong desire to work with parents and caregivers to improve the academic success of all students
• Comfortable and knowledgeable about current educational technology practices
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred, but not required
• Access to reliable transportation for travel to in-person meetings and events
• Must be available mornings, evenings, and/or weekends, for a minimum of 8 hours per month
• Must pass a Live scan fingerprinting check

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, it is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is also required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Work Environment

The working conditions are primarily in a classroom setting. However, the position will require occasional meetings in our Burbank, CA office, Costa Mesa, CA office, a local venue, and/or off-site workshops at partner locations.

Equal Opportunity Employer

PBS SoCal provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regards to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.