NEOGOV · 2 days ago
Early Learning Connector (Kent)
Kent, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$21.66/hr - $23.87/hr
1+ years expKing County Housing Authority (KCHA) is a high performing nationally recognized leader in affordable housing. The Early Learning Connector will engage residents with children in activities to increase access to early learning services and assist in building vibrant communities.
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Responsibilities
Work with KCHA staff to develop and facilitate activities directly related to engaging residents with small children and report results as requested
Build and maintain contacts with residents and their families to foster involvement in early learning activities and services
Become familiar with early learning organizations and agencies in the local community
Assist in the creation and distribution of culturally appropriate child development information and resources to residents
Provide referrals and enrollment assistance for early learning programs to residents
Collect family/community information on early learning needs and desires, including administering surveys
Maintain confidentiality of families, caregivers and program information
Participate in evening and/or weekend meetings/activities as required
Assist in the translation of outreach materials in languages other than English when appropriate
Other resident engagement activities, specific to the needs of the assigned properties, as needed
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma/GED or equivalency
Minimal experience (less than 1 year, paid or volunteer) with customer service, early learning, education, outreach and/or community involvement; knowledge and/or experience in early childhood development desired
Equivalent combination of education and experience will be substituted on a year for year basis
Effective written and verbal communications skills in English with the ability to clearly and effectively communicate with individuals and groups; ability to speak, read and write in languages other than English is desirable
Exceptional customer service and/or community outreach skills with the ability to place a high priority on professional excellence; maintain a positive customer service attitude
Earnest desire to help others through kindness and compassion
Willingness and ability to acquire the skills necessary to provide quality direct service pertinent to the service site
Ability to complete basic computer and technology tasks, including word processing, email, internet, and texting
Ability to work independently and in a team environment exhibiting a strong work ethic and accountability in completing work with minimal supervision. Ability to develop trusting and respectful relationships and work effectively with children and families from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds
Conduct self in a respectful, professional and ethical manner
Respect the need for punctuality, good attendance and active participation at assigned site(s)
May be required to consent to and pass required assessments
Consent to and pass criminal records background check
Must hold a valid driver's license and have access to a personal vehicle for regular travel between work sites, or possess another reliable mode of transportation
Preferred
Bilingual or multilingual skills are preferred, but not required. Preferred language skills are Somali/English
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
The Carlyle Group,Warburg PincusWarburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
Shane Evangelist
CEO
Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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