Parent Educator Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Additional related experience and formal education in which one has gained the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for full performance of the work may be substituted for the education or experience requirement on a year-for-year basis with 30 college credits being equivalent to one year of experience.

Nice To Haves

• Coursework in Early Childhood Education and/or Family Services or a related field
• Bilingual English/Spanish - fluency in reading, writing, and speaking both English and Spanish
• At least 1 program year (30 weeks) working with HIPPY US in at least a part time capacity.
• 1-2 years’ experience working with children and families birth to 5.
• 1-2 years collaborating/working with community organizations.
• Experience working with South Baltimore communities
• Experience working with adults in an educational setting
• Early Childhood Education course credits

Responsibilities

• Conducting weekly home visits with approximately 10 - 15 families
• Serving as a primary liaison for Spanish-speaking families by addressing inquiries via telephone, email, or in-person interactions
• Collaborating with HIPPY Program Coordinator, Assistant Director for Early Childhood Initiatives, and other team members to plan, implement, and attend family and community events to support HIPPY and other programs related to early childhood initiatives and community support through the George and Betsy Sherman Center
• Providing insights gained from Spanish-Speaking HIPPY Families
• Providing oral interpretation and written translation of HIPPY flyers and materials for caregivers as needed
• Attending all staff training including weekly curriculum meetings and professional development opportunities
• Completing all required program documentation including Home Visiting logs and attendance logs, service referrals, and other items required by the program.

Benefits

• 14 Days of Annual Leave
• 15 Days of Sick Leave
• 15 Holidays
• 3 Personal Days
• 8 credit hours per semester Tuition Remission
• Life and disability insurance
• Professional development opportunities
• Wellness opportunities