Description
Position: Parent Educator
Reports To: Early Childhood Coordinator
Compensation: Master Agreement 2024-2025
Class Summary
Under the direction of the Early Childhood Coordinator, The Parent Educator plays a key role in bridging the gap between families and early childhood programs. This individual will work closely with educators, community partners, and parents to create a welcoming, supportive environment. The Parent Educator will also design and implement parent education initiatives, foster parental involvement, and ensure effective communication between home and school to enhance children’s educational experiences.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Family Engagement: Collaborate with teachers and staff to provide meaningful volunteer opportunities, and promote parental involvement in classroom and school activities.
Program Support: Help ensure early childhood programs offer a welcoming, inclusive environment for parents and caregivers.
Parent Education: Lead the development and execution of educational programs for parents, leveraging internal and community resources to meet family needs.
Communication: Support marketing and communication efforts to promote early childhood programs and activities.
Leadership & Advisory: Encourage and guide parent participation in advisory committees and leadership opportunities.
Take-Home Activities: Develop and support at-home learning resources to strengthen the connection between home and school.
Data Management: Collect and manage data related to student engagement, progress, and program effectiveness.
Physical Engagement: Participate in classroom activities, including moving equipment and engaging with children, while ensuring a developmentally appropriate learning environment.
Evening Availability: Be available for some evening meetings and community engagement events.
Qualifications:
Educational Background: Degree in education with a Parent Education License
Child Development Knowledge: Strong understanding of child development and early childhood education best practices.
Interpersonal Skills: Exceptional communication skills to build positive relationships with families, staff, and community partners.
Program Management: Ability to organize, plan, and execute family engagement initiatives successfully.
Confidentiality: Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times.
Problem-Solving: Strong critical thinking skills, able to address concerns and provide solutions effectively.
Cultural Competency: Cultural and linguistic sensitivity to the community’s needs.
Technology Proficiency: Comfortable using technology for communication, data management, and marketing.
Flexibility: Willingness to adapt to program needs, including occasional evening availability.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to sit, stand, and move frequently.
Ability to lift and carry up to 20 pounds occasionally.
Clear communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to engage with families and children effectively.
This role is ideal for a passionate individual committed to supporting early childhood education and strengthening family engagement to enhance children's learning experiences.
Note:
The above job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.