Home Educator Substitute/Floater- Program Office

Inspire Development Centers•Sunnyside, WA

About The Position

This position assists with all areas of the Early Head Start (EHS) component, including home-based instruction for program participants, early learning activities for children and families, general clerical duties, and Education and Health Services. The position reports to the Center Managers and works closely with Center Staff, EHS Staff, and children. The substitute/floater supports implementation of the Early Head Start Home-Base service plan and curriculum, conducts home visits and play-and-learn activities as needed, and documents children's growth and progress. The role also supports recruitment and enrollment, family and community partnerships, health and developmental screenings, services for children with disabilities, clerical operations, confidential records, and activities that encourage in-kind contributions. The role requires a current home-based CDA or comparable credential, or equivalent coursework as part of an associate's or bachelor's degree, and at least six months of experience in a child care or home-based setting. Position requirements include travel to other locations, a valid Washington State driver's license, required background and health clearances, specified training and certifications, and compliance with confidentiality and conflict-of-interest requirements. Benefits information is available through the employer's careers page.

Requirements

Current home-based CDA credential or a comparable credential (Infant Toddler CDA or State Initial ECE Certificate plus Family Development Credential), or equivalent coursework as part of an associate's or bachelor's degree.
At least six months of experience in a child care or home-based setting.
Extensive knowledge and understanding of child development theories and practices.
Experience working in a federally funded and regulated environment.
Experience with policy and procedure processes.
Experience planning and facilitating groups.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Experience in classroom risk management.
Understanding of interrelationships between services and systems.
Ability to learn new tasks quickly and efficiently.
Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and meet deadlines.
Ability to gather and analyze data for reports.
Strong customer service focus.
Ability to work with a culturally diverse population.
Knowledge of personal computers, including Microsoft Office.
Accurate data, documentation, and recordkeeping skills.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Valid Washington State driver's license; must provide a yearly driving abstract, maintain an acceptable driving history, and provide proof of automobile insurance.
Ability to travel to other locations and travel to perform job duties and responsibilities.
Must pass initial and periodic criminal and background checks and Department of Early Learning background checks.
Must pass initial and periodic employee health clearance and provide it within 45 days of employment.
Current Food Handler card; training must be obtained within 30 days of employment.
Current First Aid/CPR cards; training must be obtained within 30 days of employment.
Subject to initial and periodic TB screening and random drug screening.
HIV/AIDS and Blood Borne Pathogen training must be obtained within 30 days of employment.
Must sign a Confidentiality Agreement.
Must complete and sign a Conflict of Interest Disclosure Statement annually.

Nice To Haves

Previous Head Start experience.
English/Spanish bilingual fluency.
AA or AAS degree in Early Childhood Education with 30 or more related ECE college credits.

Responsibilities

Assist with implementing the Early Head Start Home-Base service plan, including the Infant/Toddler and Partners for Healthy Baby curriculum.
Substitute to plan, organize, and conduct weekly home visits with appropriate learning activities and document child growth and progress.
Assist with planning, organizing, and conducting bi-weekly play-and-learn activities with parents and children as needed.
Help identify families potentially eligible for services through recruitment efforts.
Complete registration documentation using the data management system; use the system to track information and generate reports.
Complete family needs assessments and identify support services for parents, including academic and social needs.
Refer families to community service providers and state agencies to help parents access services.
Use prescribed child screening instruments and enter ongoing information into the data management system.
Work with health staff to ensure screenings are completed promptly and the needs of children with disabilities are addressed according to IDEA Part C.
Provide clerical support for EHS, including data entry, filing, drafting and disseminating correspondence, and generating reports.
Maintain confidentiality of health records and participants' personal and income information.
Contribute to activities that foster in-kind contributions, including requesting goods, services, or cash donations and encouraging professional, community, and parent volunteers.