Community Education Coordinator - Part-Time

** Please Note: This position is based in Spokane, WA and requires in-office work. To be considered, please submit a cover letter and resume.

Job Summary

The KSPS PBS Community Education Coordinator is responsible for planning, coordinating, facilitating, and evaluating engaging educational programs that serve children and families through KSPS’s initiatives and community tabling events. This position ensures smooth delivery of high-quality STEM, literacy, and enrichment experiences using PBS resources, provides recommendations to improve educational media directed toward student learning, promotes PBS LearningMedia in the community and occasionally provides training to teachers in PBS educational resources.  This position also strengthens relationships with schools and partners and represents KSPS PBS in the community.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

Family and Student Program Coordination

• Plan, organize, and deliver Student and Family Programs including ScratchJr Afterschool, Family & Community Learning Nights, Summer Camps, Holiday Nights, and Game Quest events.
• Manage all program logistics including scheduling, partner communications, materials preparation, and on-site facilitation.
• Ensure curriculum materials and activities are engaging, culturally responsive, and aligned with KSPS PBS’s mission and educational goals.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for participating schools, libraries, and community partners.
• Track participation, collect feedback, and contribute to evaluation reports for internal use and grants.

Community Outreach – Tabling Events

• Plan and coordinate KSPS’s participation in select community tabling events to promote programs and resources.
• Develop and prepare interactive displays, PBS resources, and promotional materials for community events.
• Represent KSPS PBS professionally in public settings, engaging attendees and answering questions about programs.

Program Support & Administration

• Maintain accurate program records, attendance data, and participant feedback.
• Order and manage program supplies to ensure readiness for events and activities.
• Assist with promotional efforts through social media, newsletters, and the KSPS website in collaboration with other staff.
• Ensure KSPS programs and outreach activities are welcoming and inclusive spaces for all participants.

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree required, preferably in K-12 education or a related field.
• Experience coordinating or delivering youth programs, camps, or afterschool activities.
• Familiarity with PBS educational resources (PBS KIDS, PBS LearningMedia) preferred.
• Proficiency with tools to support program planning such as Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace.
• Passion for supporting children, families, and educators, with a focus on equity and inclusion. 

Certificates/Licenses:

• Valid Driver’s License and insurance.
• Basic computer skills experience: Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint.

Skills/Abilities:

• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, work independently, and adapt to changing priorities.
• Comfortable engaging with diverse communities in various public settings.

Physical Abilities:

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, talk, or hear regularly; lift and carry materials as needed.

Mental & Other Skills/Abilities: Adaptability, Analytical Ability, Dependability, Mathematical Ability, Problem Solving Ability, Quality Management

The salary range for this position is $20.19 - $24.04/hour depending on qualifications.

Part-time, non-exempt (24 hrs/week), with some evening and weekend hours required.

Benefits offered include:

• Some remote work may be available with supervisor approval
• Up to 11 paid holidays (holiday must fall on a normally scheduled workday) or time and a half when working on the actual holiday
• Vacation: Pro-rated based on average hours worked
• Paid Sick Leave
• Life Insurance
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Retirement Benefits (401K Plan) - Friends of KSPS contributes 3% annually once eligible