Early Learning Specialist

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

include the following: Become familiar with Promise Neighborhood (PN) project goals, objectives, lesson plans and materials. Develop and maintain relationships with appropriate agencies and organizations that form a network of Early Learning partners and support. Regularly meet with partners, including administrators and early learning teachers. Collaborate with partners toward the goal of increased proficiency in academics and preparedness toward secondary education. Develop and implement curricula and activities that support proficiency in academics. Organize and assist with the inclusion of Ojibwe language, history, and culture into partner classrooms. Assist with the creation, organization, and implementation of the Pre-School to Kindergarten bridge program. Develop relationships and work with participating students and families to support transitions in education. Develop, conduct, and implement assessments that measure the effectiveness of PN and KBIC programs. Plan, implement, and participate in programming and outreach strategies. May be required to assist with home visits. Assist with the organization and implementation of family support and activities. Assist with transportation for events and activities. Maintain a calendar of activities for early learning students and families that promote increased education. Identify and introduce KBIC programs and supports that may be available to early learning classrooms and families. Collect student and program data for assessment and statistical purposes. Work closely with Data Specialist to analyze data. Perform basic clerical duties including, but not limited to word processing, filing, and copying. Prepare monthly reports, attendance records, and travel reports, if applicable. Participate in travel and training, as assigned. Other duties as assigned.