Children's Program Facilitator (Freelance/Contract)

WTTW (Chicago PBS) is seeking an energetic, currently or formerly-licensed educator to facilitate a live kids' program. This engaging, hands-on position will travel to venues in and around Chicago such as libraries, daycares, senior centers, and schools to present a 30-45 minute, interactive program to groups of preschool-aged children, teachers, parents, caregivers and seniors. The program will include sparking discussion with children, setting up and leading activities, and coaching children on the lesson at hand.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Foster professional relationships with parents, local communities, and key WTTW partners

Execute up to 40 programs within the 2024 calendar year

Pack up, transport, and set up banners and activity materials on-site.

Lead 30-45 minutes of semi-scripted PBS lesson plans including media screenings, story time, sing-a-longs, hands-on activities, and dialogues on the day's topic

Hand out take home items

Familiarize self with PBS education resources promoted on parent handouts

Opportunity for additional hours on other departmental events and special projects

SKILLS:

Fluent in Spanish

Strong public speaker

Possess an outgoing personality

Exude confidence around children

Ability to work independently

Takes initiative

Self-reliant

Problem solving skills

Team player

Ability to work with technology (computer skills)

Ability to adapt quickly, improvise, and remain calm under pressure

Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.

Access to a reliable vehicle on program days

EXPERIENCE:

3+ years teaching experience

Presentation and/or public speaking background

Theatrical experience a plus, but not a requirement

EDUCATION & TRAINING:

Professional educator's license (current or expired)

Valid driver's license

Window to the World Communications, Inc., the parent organization of WTTW and WFMT, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Diversity is a core value at WTTW|WFMT. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working environment for all staff. We believe every member on our team enriches our diversity by exposing us to a broad range of ways to understand and engage with the world, identify challenges, and to discover, design and deliver solutions.WTTW|WFMT is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff. WTTW|WFMT will honor your experiences, perspectives, and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.