Program Facilitator Part-time

Program Facilitator Organization:
Spread the Word Nevada

Location:

Northern Nevada

Reports To:

Director of Northern Nevada

Employment Type:

Part-Time Pay: $16 - $17 per hour Help Put Books in Kids' Hands Across Nevada Since 2001, Spread the Word Nevada has placed millions of books into the hands and homes of children in Nevada's most underserved communities - and we're growing our team to reach even more of them. If you're outgoing, organized, and love the idea of a job that's part logistics, part community outreach, and part cheerleading for childhood literacy, we'd love to meet you.

Position Summary The Program Facilitator assists with all aspects of preparing books for distribution, book cleanings, and off-site programming - from sorting and boxing books to leading reading events with kids and families across the community.

Essential Functions and 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 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 at the Director of Northern Nevada's discretion, related to the fundamental aspects of the Program Facilitator role

What You'll Need

Education and Experience High school diploma required

Experience working with children and families preferred

Skills

Familiarity with children's literature a plus Comfortable presenting and giving instructions to large groups

Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Canva Strong written and oral English communication

Bilingual in Spanish highly preferred

Logistics

Reliable personal vehicle, valid auto insurance, and a valid driver's license

Comfortable driving a company vehicle (van, truck)
Must pass a pre-employment background check

Available to work occasional evenings and weekends

Compliance with the Company Drug and Alcohol Policy, as required for a position that could affect the safety of others

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Valid Nevada State Driver's License, proof of current automobile insurance, and automobile registration

Who Thrives in This Role Outgoing, positive, and energetic

Comfortable working with a wide variety of personalities

Self-directed and able to work independently

Strong verbal communication and organizational skillsA true team player

Genuinely dedicated to serving program families and children well Physical Demands and Work Environment This role involves frequent standing and walking, sitting, use of hands and fingers, reaching, climbing/balancing, and stooping/kneeling/crouching/crawling, plus talking and hearing. Must be able to lift up to 35 pounds and drive a vehicle. Vision requirements include close, distance, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

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