Playgroup Facilitator: Birth to 5 Family Learning

Somerville School District; Somerville (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Part time

Job summary

Somerville Public Schools SFLC in Somerville, MA is seeking a Playgroup Facilitator to lead developmentally appropriate activities for children birth to 5 years and to support families. The role emphasizes a warm, inclusive environment and collaboration with families from diverse backgrounds.

The position is part-time, grant-funded with up to 19 hours per week, and reports to the SFLC Director of Early Beginnings Family Support Programs. Salary is $26.72 per hour.

Qualifications

• Experience working with parents and children birth to 5yrs old in a group setting.
• Ability to create a warm and welcoming environment for culturally diverse families.
• Experience working with ethnically and economically diverse communities.
• Experience working with families with children with special needs.
• Ability to effectively communicate and interact with parents, children and staff.
• Ability to develop strong working relationships with others.
• Ability to organize, operate independently and multi-task.
• Degree or coursework in early childhood and special education preferred.
• Proficiency in a language other than English is preferred.
• Commitment to closing opportunity gaps and equitable practices.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum for children (Birth-5yrs).
• Plan and implement a developmentally appropriate circle time which includes book reading and songs.
• Integrate parent support and Strengthening Families content into the playgroup routine.
• Support development and implementation of the parent education component.
• Recognize parents as their child’s first and primary teacher.
• Provide parents with resources and referrals as necessary.
• Support parents, guardians, caregivers, and children as they engage with the group.
• Engage with all children and their families during every playgroup.
• Encourage all children to interact and work cooperatively.
• Maintain a positive productive atmosphere during every playgroup.
• Work cooperatively in a team.
• Participate in professional development trainings and staff meetings.
• Adhere to the SFLC policies and procedures.
• Maintain a clean and organized environment.
• Maintain playgroup attendance records.
• Commits to providing and promoting equitable practices to ensure access for all families
• Performs other job-related duties as required

Skills

Birth-5 experience

Inclusive environment

Diversity experience

Family communication

Independent organization

Bilingual preferred

Equity focus

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor degree

Early childhood / special education coursework

Job description

Somerville Public Schools SFLC in Somerville, MA is seeking a Playgroup Facilitator to lead developmentally appropriate activities for children birth to 5 years and to support families. The role emphasizes a warm, inclusive environment and collaboration with families from diverse backgrounds.

The position is part-time, grant-funded with up to 19 hours per week, and reports to the SFLC Director of Early Beginnings Family Support Programs. Salary is $26.72 per hour.