Community Parent Educator – GLO Mobile Program

Status: 40 Hour, Non-exempt

Reports to: Family Outreach Director

Role: To use the GLO mobile as a vehicle for outreach to children under the age of five not enrolled in formal preschool programs and use the Parents as Teachers curriculum to work with caregivers to enhance and support their child’s learning by creating fun and interactive, developmentally appropriate, experiences to prepare their children for kindergarten. This position will also connect parents to other parents, resources, and support.

QUALIFICATIONS

· At least 2 years’ experience in child development, early childhood education, or another directly related field, with a Bachelor’s degree preferred

· Experience working with diverse families with young children under the age of 6

· Familiarity with community services and supports is highly valued

· Valid driver’s license and ability to drive a class C recreational vehicle

· Creative and able to work as part of a team

Principal Responsibilities

· Programmatic Duties:

· Work with Family Outreach Director to plan Parents as Teachers lessons and activities for neighborhood visits according to enrolled families’ and children’s needs.

· Assess family and child needs, and provide developmentally appropriate information, guidance, and support to parents.

· Serve as a referral source to link families with community agencies/programs that address family needs and goals.

· Support outreach efforts as needed at community events.

Administrative Duties:

· Prepare, submit, monitor, and track internal and external reports/documents in accordance with program needs.

• Document services and referrals provided and ensure that all paperwork required for families/caregivers is complete.

Mobile Unit:

· Drive the GLO Mobile to service locations and return the unit to the designated location at the end of the day.

· Utilize the Daily Vehicle Safety Checks to complete an inspection and sign off that the unit is ready for travel and the day's activities.

· Prepare the GLO Mobile for each session by opening the slides, setting materials out, and completing safety checks prior to families’ arrival.

· Prepare the GLO Mobile for departure after each session by cleaning and disinfecting all materials, putting loose materials away, bringing the slides in, and doing a final check prior to departure.

· Prepare the GLO Mobile for the following day by refilling the fresh water tank, filling the unit with fuel, etc.

JOB COMPETENCIES

• Think Strategically: Ability to determine strategies to move the organization forward, set goals, create, and implement action plans, and evaluate the process and results.
• Time Management: Set priorities, develop a work schedule, and monitor progress towards goals, and track details, data, information, and activities.
• Adaptability: Demonstrate a willingness to be flexible, versatile, and/or tolerant in a changing work environment while maintaining effectiveness and efficiency.
• Communicate Effectively: Speak, listen and write in a clear, thorough, and timely manner using appropriate and effective communication tools and techniques.
• Focus on Client Needs: Anticipate, understand, and respond to the needs of internal and external clients to meet or exceed their expectations within the organizational parameters.
• Foster Teamwork: Work cooperatively and effectively with others to set goals, resolve problems, and make decisions that enhance organizational effectiveness.
• Lead: Positively influence others to achieve results that are in the best interest of the organization.
• Behave Ethically: Understand ethical behavior and business practices and ensure your own behavior and the behavior of others are consistent with these standards and align with the values of the organization.
• Make Decisions: Assess situations to determine the importance, urgency, and risks, and make clear decisions that are timely and in the best interests of the organization.
• Solve Problems: Assess problem situations to identify causes, gather and process relevant information, generate possible solutions, and make recommendations and/or resolve the problem.
• Technology: Proficient with computers and other office equipment, including experience with web-based databases, and all Microsoft Office programs.
• Values Equity: Support equitable treatment and equal opportunity for all employees and clients.
• Values Diversity: Support an environment of learning about, valuing, encouraging, and supporting differences.

Children & Family Resource Center is committed to building a diverse staff and inclusive work environment and strongly encourages applications from candidates of color.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $22,000.00 - $24,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Language:

• Spanish (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person