Parenting Initiatives Facilitator

PA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY•Media, PA

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Parenting Initiatives Facilitator (PIF) plays a key role in supporting the implementation of the Parenting Student Support (PSS) Program under the Parent Pathways Grant. This position focuses on coordinating services, strengthening access to resources, and supporting parenting students in navigating barriers related to childcare, housing stability, and basic needs. Working closely with the Parenting Student Success Coach (PSSC), the PIF helps ensure parenting students remain enrolled, supported, and on track to complete their academic programs.

Requirements

Working knowledge of Student Information Systems (e.g., Anthology)
Proficiency in LMS platforms to support course delivery and student engagement (e.g. Canvas)
Experience designing and delivering workshops, webinars, or student programs
Experience working with historically underrepresented or first-generation populations
Demonstrated ability to develop and facilitate educational programming
Experience creating engaging virtual and in-person learning experiences
Proven ability to plan, implement, and assess programs or events
Highly organized with strong time management and communication abilities
Background clearances including a PA Statewide Criminal Record search, PA Child Abuse History, and FBI Criminal History record fingerprint search.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree or relevant professional experience preferred

Responsibilities

Design and implement the new Parenting Student Housing Stability Program Webinars
Design and implement and facilitate new P.I.T. Pop-In Childcare Initiative.
Coordinate day-to-day operations of Parent Pathways initiatives, including: Parenting Student Housing Stability Program (workshops, referrals, follow-ups) PIT Pop-In Childcare program (scheduling, vendor coordination and suitability assessment, student access.)
Schedule and support workshops on housing literacy, financial readiness, and parenting support topics
Assist with planning and execution of parenting student events and outreach activities
Coordinate logistics with licensed childcare providers for on-campus services
Support relationships with community partners (e.g., housing agencies, family support organizations)
Assist in managing service schedules, contracts, and communication with providers
Track student participation, service utilization, and program outcomes
Maintain accurate and timely documentation in institutional systems (e.g., Anthology)
Assist with data collection for grant reporting and program evaluation
Support development of basic reports and dashboards as needed
Conduct program pre-and-post programming assessments