Parents as Teachers Educator

Macon County R-1 School District•Macon, MO

20h

About The Position

Macon R-1 School District is seeking compassionate and motivated Part-time Parents as Teacher Educators for the 2025-2026 school year to support families and children. The Parents as Teachers (PAT) Parent Educator provides parent education and family support services to families with children through kindergarten entry. The Parent Educator partners with families to promote optimal early development, school readiness, and strong parent-child relationships through personal home visits, group connections, developmental screenings, and resource networking.

Requirements

Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Social Work, Education, or related field (or ability to obtain required PAT certification)
Ability to complete and maintain Parents as Teachers Foundation Training and annual professional development requirements
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
Successful completion of background check
Flexible schedule including evening availability
Combination of office, home visit, and community-based settings

Nice To Haves

Experience working with young children and families
Knowledge of early childhood development and family systems

Responsibilities

Conduct regular personal home visits with assigned families following the Parents as Teachers Foundational Curriculum
Develop and maintain supportive, strength-based relationships with families
Provide developmentally appropriate information related to child growth, development and parenting practices
Conduct required developmental health, vision and hearing screenings
Plan and facilitate parent group meetings and family engagement activities
Maintain accurate and timely documentation of visits, screenings, and services
Maintain confidentiality of family information
Collaborate with district staff and community agencies to connect families with needed resources
Participate in required PAT training and ongoing professional development
Meet all program performance standards and state requirements