Ontario Promise Corps - Early Learning Advisor

Overview

Ontario Promise Corps - Early Learning Advisor in Ontario, CA. This listing includes details from the GovernmentJobs page for the Ontario Promise Corps - Raising Little Learners Early Learning Advisor.

The Position

Ontario Promise Corps Raising Little Learners Early Learning Advisor. Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received; recruitment may close at any time without notice. The City of Ontario seeks a highly responsible, self-motivated individual, passionate about working with children ages 0-4 and serving the community, to join the team. The role involves outreach and marketing in targeted neighborhoods, recruiting participants, and implementing workshop lessons for parents / caregivers and their children. As an AmeriCorps member, the individual will collaborate with librarians, business owners, the public and administrators to establish positive connections with students and families; assist in evaluating and refining the Raising Little Learners program; create marketing materials; and perform other related duties as necessary.

The successful candidate will exemplify the Department\'s mission and vision and the five-tool framework (Leader, Thinker, Communicator, Operator, Public Servant) and uphold the City\'s Customer Service Philosophy : Empathy, Respect, and Problem Solving. This is a grant-funded position and, while working with the City of Ontario, is NOT a City of Ontario employee position and does not include City benefits. Incumbents receive a program-funded benefits package (healthcare, childcare if available, mileage reimbursement) for the duration of the assignment. An Education Award (up to $10,000) is awarded after completing required service hours.

Additional context about the City of Ontario, its services, and related information is included in the listing.

Examples of Essential Functions

• Conduct group seminar sessions with caregivers and their children using Every Child Ready to Read literacy materials.
• Aid participants and children in developing early literacy skills and school readiness.
• Provide family literacy opportunities for Ontario Promise Corps participants, including implementing literacy interventions.
• Develop and maintain a weekly instruction schedule; assess progress with progress monitoring and benchmarking.
• Document weekly progress scores and interventions; review data with program supervisor to gauge effectiveness and adjust strategies as needed.
• Communicate with participants developmentally appropriately; maintain professional communication with staff, participants, and the public.
• Maintain confidentiality of participant records and test scores; attend required trainings, meetings, and coaching sessions.
• Create and implement an individual professional development plan; sustain outreach, marketing, curriculum, and evaluations; develop marketing materials.
• Develop relationships with community organizations; create and present formal program presentations; assist with other duties as assigned.

Qualification Guidelines

Education

Associate\'s Degree or equivalent in any field. Desirable : Experience in youth, service, K-16 education, or nonprofit work; Associate\'s Degree or equivalent in Child Development or closely related field; bilingual in Spanish.

Special Requirements

Must be 18 years or older; reliable transportation and ability to travel locally; full-time availability (~40 hours / week) from November 2025 to September 2026; minimum 1,700 hours of service; ability to work evenings and weekends when required; on-site and / or virtual work as required; regular attendance; adherence to City of Ontario and AmeriCorps code of conduct and policies. Note : Candidates must be able to successfully complete a Live Scan fingerprint review coordinated by the City of Ontario.

Supplemental Information

How to Apply

Apply online via the Apply link at the top of this announcement. If using GovernmentJobs for the first time, create a new account; otherwise log in. Include education and experience that demonstrates qualification; provide past 10 years of employment details; a resume may be attached but does not substitute for proper application completion. Transcripts from outside the U.S. must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency (NACES). Attach required certifications as outlined in Qualifications Guidelines.

Additional Information

Ontario Promise Corps Advisors are not City of Ontario employees but receive specific benefits. Benefits include : annual living allowance up to $32,000 (bi-weekly), education award up to $10,000 upon completing 1,700 hours, professional development, possible loan deferment, health insurance, childcare assistance (if eligible).

Notes : Participants are not City employees and are ineligible for city benefits. See the listing for more details. This position is grant-funded and must meet AmeriCorps requirements. Frequent references to terms of use, accessibility, and privacy are included in the original posting.

Eligibility and Compliance

Per AmeriCorps guidelines, applicants must be U.S. citizen, U.S. national, or legal permanent resident. Additional application questions cover education level, prior experience, transportation, availability, and AmeriCorps service history.

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