Part-Time Project Manager

About the Wood River Early Learning Collaborative

The Wood River Early Learning Collaborative (WRELC) brings together families, early childhood providers, community partners, and local leaders to strengthen early learning and care in the Wood River Valley. We work to ensure that every family feels welcomed, supported, and connected to the resources they need.

Position Summary

The Part-Time Project Manager leads the Collaborative’s family-facing communication, outreach, and program coordination with the support of the Advisory Committee and manages the core responsibilities required by the Idaho Early Learning Collaborative System (ELCS). This role ensures that information is accessible, culturally responsive, and community-centered; supports events and workshops; maintains strong relationships with families and partners; and coordinates the systems, reporting, and structures that keep the Collaborative aligned and effective.

Key Responsibilities

Family-Facing Communications & Outreach

·        Develop and distribute communications, including newsletters, flyers, social media posts, and resource guides.

·        Maintain a warm, inclusive tone that reflects WRELC’s values and supports family engagement.

·        Coordinate outreach to families, providers, and community partners.

·        Conduct outreach to business/industry to expand community support.

·        Assist with program evaluation and feedback collection.

Program Coordination

·        Support planning and logistics for family workshops, community events, provider symposia, and partner-led programming.

·        Coordinate registration, attendance tracking, and follow-up communication.

·        Maintain updated resource lists and ensure families can easily access information.

Community Engagement

·        Build and maintain relationships with families, early childhood providers, and community organizations.

·        Represent WRELC at community events, meetings, and outreach activities.

·        Support efforts to elevate family voice in Collaborative decision-making.

Key Meetings & Activities

·        Attend monthly ELCS Project Manager meetings and monthly check-ins with Idaho AEYC support staff.

·        Attend the Annual ELCS Symposium (June 12–13, 2026).

·        Log work regularly in the GROW! app.

·        Engage in training, coaching, and technical assistance provided by Idaho AEYC.

·        Coordinate required annual activities, including Advisory Committee meetings, family engagement activities, and meetings with elected officials.

Qualifications

·        Strong communication skills, including writing and editing.

·        Responsible, reliable, and strong work ethic, with good time-management skills, as the Part-Time Project Manager will largely set their own hours.

·        Comfort with coordinating events and managing multiple tasks.

·        Collaborative, warm, and community-oriented approach.

·        Comfortable with basic technology and willing to learn new tools as needed.

The following qualifications are a plus:

·        Experience in community engagement, family outreach, early childhood programs, or related fields is a plus.

·        Experience in project management and/or strategic planning is a plus.

·        Experience with grant writing or a desire to learn is a plus.

Hours & Compensation

·        Part-time, approximately 20 hours per week

·        Flexible, work-from-home role with occasional in-person meetings and events (may require evenings/weekends)

·        Competitive compensation that honors the value of this work

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a resume and brief statement of interest to info@wrelc.org. Any questions may be directed to Kathryn at info@wrelc.org.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.