Early Learning Specialist in Seattle, Washington at Atlantic Street Center

OVERVIEW:

Under the supervision of the Early Learning Coordinator, the Early Learning Specialist provides home-based early learning services to children and families. This role supports positive parent-child interactions, early literacy development, and school readiness through relationship-based engagement and culturally responsive practices. The position contributes to program outcomes by delivering services, maintaining documentation, and supporting family engagement in alignment with agency and program standards.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Deliver early learning services aligned with program goals and evidence-based practices.
• Promote positive parent-child relationships and early childhood development outcomes.
• Support family engagement through culturally responsive and relationship-based approaches.
• Maintain compliance with program requirements, agency policies, and confidentiality standards.
• Participate in team meetings, supervision, and program activities to support service quality.
• Demonstrate alignment with ASC values, policies, and practices.
• Strengthen collaboration across programs to enhance service delivery.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

Program Delivery

• Provide home-based early learning services to families.
• Support and model positive parent-child interactions to promote early literacy and language development.
• Foster a supportive environment that encourages parent engagement and confidence in their role as their child’s primary educator.
• Monitor family engagement and child development progress, adjusting approach as needed to meet family needs.
• Maintain responsibility for program materials and ensure appropriate use during service delivery.
• Collaborate with team members to support program implementation and service consistency.

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of family engagement, activities, and outcomes.
• Complete required reports and data entry in alignment with program and agency standards.
• Support data tracking and reporting efforts to ensure program accountability and continuous improvement.

Family & Program Support

• Support program goals, outcomes, and contractual requirements of the Early Learning program.
• Provide coordination and consultation with internal teams and external partners as needed.
• Contribute to cross-program collaboration to support holistic services for families.
• Complete administrative tasks, including timesheets, expense reports, and required documentation in a timely manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: High school diploma or equivalent required. Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field preferred.

Experience: Experience working with young children and families, preferably in nonprofit or community-based settings. Experience supporting children and families from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds is highly valued.

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of early childhood development and family engagement practices.
• Ability to support and model positive parent-child interactions.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to build trust and maintain strong relationships with families.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse populations and cultural communities.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office and data systems.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Ability to travel to and access client homes and community locations.
• Requires use of a personal vehicle; valid Washington State driver’s license and proof of insurance required.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including occasional evenings.
• Ability to perform physical activities such as walking, bending, and lifting up to 30 pounds.

Atlantic Street Center (ASC) is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, veteran or military status, immigration or citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please reach out to Human Resources.