Play & Facilitator; Flex

Since 1978, Denise Louie Education Center has provided high-quality multicultural early learning and family support services to ensure that Seattle kids will be ready to succeed in school and life. We believe children from low-income families deserve to grow up in high-quality learning environments and strive to close the opportunity gap so all children can enter kindergarten ready to be successful.

Our MISSION is to promote school and life readiness by providing multi‑cultural early learning services to children and families, especially those who need our services the most. We respect and preserve each child and family's individuality, cultural heritage, and home language. We promote personal and social responsibility with integrity and love in an environment defined by social justice and peace.

Our VISION is to educate and empower children and families to reach their full potential so they can advocate for themselves, our community and the world.

In partnership with Child Care Resources, King County, and the Seattle Public Library, Kaleidoscope Play & Learn (KPL) is a program for parents and caregivers of young children to learn and explore together. This facilitated program supports the development of children’s school readiness skills and provides education and support for parents and caregivers. Play & Learn is a free program primarily funded by King County.

Adults accompany children for the duration of the program. Groups are structured with child‑directed free play, coordinated group activity, and intentional caregiver learning.

As a Play & Learn Facilitator, you will lead weekly KPL groups for children ages 5 and under in community‑based settings such as libraries and parks. This part‑time, flexible role is ideal for those looking for a part‑time early childhood education position. You will earn STARS credits toward your professional development, helping you build your skills and advance your career.

You will deliver interactive, developmentally appropriate sessions that promote school readiness and support children and their caregivers.

• Mondays:
  Rainier Beach Branch, 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
• Tuesdays:
  Lake City Branch, 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
• Fridays:
  Columbia City Branch, 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM

The facilitator receives one additional hour per group for tasks such as research, planning, and staff training. The schedule and locations are subject to change; total work hours average up to 12 per week.

• Set up and clean up meeting spaces in accordance with DLEC’s safety protocols.
• Perform research, 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.
• Identify and attend relevant meetings, conferences, and professional development opportunities.

Note:

The job duties listed are not intended to be exhaustive. Incumbent may be required to perform other duties to meet the needs of DLEC.

• High School diploma or equivalent is the minimum education requirement.
• Facilitators will be trained to use Child Care Resources’ Kaleidoscope Play & Learn curriculum, informed by theory, research and practice in child development, family support and group practice.
• Experience engaging children ages 5 and under and their families, with the ability to facilitate group activities informed by early childhood education or caregiver coaching.
• Communicates confidently with children and adults in both group and individual settings; skilled at presenting program information and answering questions for audiences of all sizes.
• Ability to build and maintain a collaborative partnership with families based on…