Early Learning Specialist

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

• DISCLAIMER This job description outlines the general nature and level of work performed, as well as the typical responsibilities of employees in this role.
• It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications.
• Atlantic Street Center reserves the right to modify, add, or remove job duties and responsibilities, and to revise or eliminate positions as organizational needs change.
• The organization may also make reasonable accommodation to enable qualified employees to perform the essential functions of the position.
• Nothing in this job description alters the at-will employment relationship between Atlantic Street Center and its employees.