Parent Education Instructor
About The Position
Every family deserves access to practical, research-based tools that strengthen relationships and help children thrive. Virginia Cooperative Extension - Prince William seeks a compassionate educator to deliver evidence-based parenting education that supports positive child development, builds parenting confidence, and strengthens our community. As a Parent Education Instructor, you will help Spanish-speaking parents and caregivers develop practical skills they can apply immediately within their families. You will teach and facilitate in Spanish while communicating effectively in English with Virginia Cooperative Extension staff, community partners, and participants as needed.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- Two years of related experience. Related experience may include adult education, youth education, facilitation, coaching, counseling, social work, human services, family support, community education, public outreach, or a closely related field.
- Fluency in spoken and written Spanish sufficient to teach classes, facilitate discussion, and answer participant questions in Spanish, together with the ability to communicate effectively in English with staff and community partners.
Nice To Haves
- Experience teaching or facilitating adult learners.
- Experience working with parents, families, youth, or community-based organizations.
- Knowledge of parenting education, family dynamics, or child development.
- Experience delivering evidence-based curricula or virtual instruction.
- Degree or coursework in education, psychology, counseling, social work, family studies, human services, or a related field.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to use standard office software and virtual meeting platforms.
Responsibilities
- Teach evidence-based parenting education classes in Spanish for Spanish-speaking participants using approved curricula.
- Create a welcoming, respectful learning environment for adult participants.
- Facilitate discussion while maintaining curriculum fidelity.
- Maintain attendance, participant records, confidential documentation, and evaluation data.
- Coordinate with community partners, referral agencies, and Parent Education staff.
- Participate in curriculum training, instructor development, meetings, and outreach activities.
- Represent Virginia Cooperative Extension professionally in virtual and community settings.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
