Program Director Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Current Minnesota Parent Education teaching license required
• Knowledge of parent education, adult learning and the Parent Education Core Curriculum Framework
• Ability to work effectively with children and parents
• Experience with diverse, multicultural children and families
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with program director, staff, district personnel and students
• Ability to work independently, with limited supervision
• Evidence of self-motivation, enthusiasm, patience, problem solving and flexibility
• Evidence of effective written and verbal communication skills
• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Smartboard programs

Responsibilities

• Plans and facilitates parent education classes using the Parent Education Core Curriculum Framework.
• Collaborates with staff and individual teams on curriculum which includes research-based best practices for Early Childhood Family Education classes.
• Creates a climate of trust and safety which includes the importance of privacy and confidentiality.
• Acts as a positive role model and reinforces positive parenting skills.
• Provides referral and resource information to assist families and connect them with appropriate agencies.
• Creates an environment of teamwork, shares resources and collaborates to build community relationships within the classroom, program and in the larger community.
• Attends staff meetings, parent educator meetings and other meetings related to the position.
• Uses technology to enhance instruction and incorporates different learning methodologies for all learning styles.
• Provides an optimal learning environment for adult learners and young students.
• Assists in marketing and outreach to families in the community.
• Pursues opportunities for professional growth by attending staff development training, reading books, taking classes and attending seminars.
• Follows the mission, principles and guidelines of Early Childhood Family Education.
• Other duties as assigned by the program director.

Benefits

• Salary and benefits based on the 2024-2025 Teacher Collective Bargaining Agreement