Early Childhood Specialist

About the Organization Thanksgiving Point is a nonprofit dedicated to sparking curiosity, inspiring confidence, and helping children and families discover something new every time they visit. Through our museums, gardens, and farm experiences, we create hands-on adventures that are centered around all things STEM. Born from a spirit of gratitude, we are proud to be a community-centered organization where science, nature, and the arts come alive. Each year, thousands of guests walk through our doors to explore, play, and grow-and it takes a passionate, creative team to make that magic happen. If you're looking for meaningful work in a place where ideas are welcomed, teamwork matters, and every day brings something different, we'd love to meet you. Description Early Childhood Outreach Specialist Wage: $15.50 / hr Shift: Full-time, 40 hours/week Benefits: Medical, Dental, Life, LTD, PTO, 9 paid company Holidays, work/life balance tools, 401K after 1 year of work, Employee Assistance Program, Free Membership, Discounts, FinFit Program, on-the-job training, and more! Summary: As a member of the Learning and Engagement team, you will play an important role in bringing Thanksgiving Point's mission to life for frontline team members, community partners, parents, and children across the state. This position is specifically responsible for managing Thanksgiving Point's partnership with the Lehi based Dancing Moose Montessori and leading the design and delivery of community-based early childhood focused classes and workshops. Responsibilities: * Coordinate and lead early childhood outreach programs at community partner sites across Utah. * Develop, adapt, and deliver accessible, age-appropriate curriculum for children and parent-child dyads. * Train and mentor staff in effective program delivery and facilitation techniques. * Coordinate schedules, logistics, and partner communications with professionalism and care. * Manage a learning partnership with the Lehi Dancing Moose Montessori including site visits/field trips. * Track participation metrics and support grant-based research and evaluation efforts. * Support other community outreach programs' design, delivery, evaluation, and reporting. * Model Thanksgiving Point's mission, values, and core character traits (curiosity, confidence and compassion) in your interactions with team members and guests. * Other duties as assigned. Requirements: * Deep understanding of early childhood development and how to support children and families in lifelong STEM learning and character growth; experience in early childhood education or community outreach preferred. * Skilled in developing and delivering engaging, age-appropriate curriculum, lessons, and materials. * Strong presentation, classroom management, and communication skills; able to engage diverse audiences with professionalism and empathy. * Demonstrated ability to work kindly and inclusively with people of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds, both independently and as part of a collaborative team. * Comfortable working in dynamic environments with live animals, technology, and crowds; able to meet physical requirements such as lifting up to 25 lbs. * Must be at least 18 years old, hold a high school diploma (or equivalent), pass a background check, and be willing to drive company vehicles. EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. As a company we do E-Verify on all potential candidates. If you have questions about accommodations, please reach out to hr@. We are an E-Verified Required Employer Position Early Childhood Specialist Shift Days Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt Category Education Location Thanksgiving Point Number of Openings 1 Number Filled 0 This position is currently accepting applications. Apply Now WE ALSO RECOMMEND Other Jobs Within Same Category -- None found -- Other Jobs Within 60 Miles Fabricator and Woodworker - Exhibits in Lehi, UT Posted on: 3/31/2026 [Apply Now] Senior Technician - Facilities Maintenance in Lehi, UT Posted on: 4/13/2026 [Apply Now] Campus Events Assistant in Lehi, UT Posted on: 3/12/2026 [Apply Now] Server - Catering and Banquets in Lehi, UT Posted on: 3/25/2026 [Apply Now] Prep/ Load In - Concessions in Lehi, UT Posted on: 2/23/2026 [Apply Now]

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