Parenting Support Specialist, Temporary
About The Position
The PRN, Temporary Parenting That Works Support Specialist provides supplemental support to the Parenting That Works program on an as-needed basis. The position assists with classroom activities, parent engagement, program events, and general program operations to help ensure continuity of services during staffing gaps or periods of increased program need. The role supports classroom preparation and coverage, helps maintain educational materials and learning resources, and contributes to a welcoming environment for children and families. It also supports parent participation, parent education groups, family engagement events, program tours, presentations, and special activities. The specialist participates in team meetings and program-related training and completes required documentation and reports in a timely manner. This is a temporary, PRN, part-time position. The position requires a high school diploma or GED and that the candidate be at least 18 years old. Experience working with young children and families, or in community-based programs, education, childcare, or family support services, is preferred.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Ability to work effectively with children and families from diverse backgrounds.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating with the program team.
- Flexibility to adapt to changing program needs and schedules.
- Basic organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with young children and families.
- Experience in community-based programs, education, childcare, or family support services.
Responsibilities
- Prepare classroom materials, lesson activities, and learning centers.
- Help maintain children's educational materials, games, and activity resources.
- Provide classroom coverage and support as needed.
- Help create a welcoming and engaging environment for children and families.
- Support parent participation during classroom activities and group sessions.
- Assist staff with parent education groups and family engagement events.
- Encourage positive interactions between parents and children during program activities.
- Assist with program events, presentations, and special activities.
- Support program tours as assigned.
- Participate in team meetings and program-related training.
- Complete required documentation and reports in a timely manner.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Program Coordinator.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision health coverage.
- Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts.
- 403b retirement plan with company match.
- Paid time off and ten paid holidays.
- Company-paid AD&D insurance, life insurance, and long-term disability.
- Employee Resource Groups.
- Continuing education opportunities.
- Employee Assistance Program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
