Youth Services Literacy Advocate

Job Description :

• Create and deliver age-appropriate, engaging, and interactive stories and narratives tailored to the developmental level and interests of young children, typically ranging from infants to preschoolers.
• Ensure that stories and narratives are suitable for the target age group, taking into account themes, language complexity, and emotional content.
• Promote early literacy skills, including language development, vocabulary expansion, and a love for reading, through storytelling.
• Use creative and interactive storytelling techniques, such as gestures, props, voices, and facial expressions, to captivate the attention and imagination of young children.
• Perform in early childhood education settings, such as preschools, daycare centers, libraries, and elementary schools, to support the curriculum and enhance learning experiences.
• Work collaboratively with early childhood educators, teachers, and parents to complement classroom activities and support the development of children's cognitive and social skills.
• Modify storytelling techniques and content to address the diverse needs and learning styles of young children, including those with special needs or English as a second language.
• Organize and participate in storytelling events, sessions, or programs that encourage children's participation and engagement.
• Choose appropriate stories, books, or materials that align with educational objectives, cultural diversity, and the interests of young learners.
• Incorporate visual aids, props, and illustrations to enhance storytelling and make it more engaging for early years' audiences.
• Explore and celebrate cultural diversity through stories from different cultures and languages to promote understanding and inclusivity.
• Encourage parental involvement by providing resources, suggestions, or workshops to help parents engage in storytelling and reading with their children at home.

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