What are the responsibilities and job description for the PAT (Parents as Teachers) Educator position at CCS Early Learning?
CCS
EARLY LEARNING
Making a difference in the lives and families of
young children within our communities
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
Date: 04/16/2026 Open: Until Filled
PAT (Parents as Teachers) Educator (Administration) – The Parents as Teachers (PAT) Educator will support family
well-being and optimal child development. Parent Educators work in partnership with families in their home to meet their
unique needs through strengths-based assessment and goal setting. Parent Educators work with pregnant mothers, and
parents who have children birth-5 to understand child growth and development and to support parents in their role as
their child’s first and lifelong teacher. Emphasis is placed on the home being the child’s primary learning environment.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- High School Diploma, GED, or Equivalent Degree Earned in Countries outside the United States and obtain
- Two Years’ Previous Supervised Work Experience with Young Children and/or Parents
- Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential or Related Degree Preferred
- Experience Working with People of Diverse Cultures and Socio-Economic Backgrounds
- Experience with Windows Computer Applications for Word Processing and Data Entry
- Knowledge of Early Childhood Development with Respect to Children from Birth through age 5
- Knowledge and Experience in Principles of Child Health, Safety, and Nutrition as well as Adult Learning and
- Knowledge of Family Issues and Resources Available to Families
- Flexible Schedule to Include some Evenings and Weekends to Coordinate with the Families Availability and
Facilitate Both Parents' Involvement in the Home Visit
EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:
Pre-hire: Fingerprinting/Background Check
Health Report
Post-hire: Annual Physical/Health History
CPR and First Aid Certification
Food Handlers Certification
Proof of current Driver’s License and auto insurance
Clear any Current CCS Insurance Policy Requirements to be an Insured Driver
Fingerprinting/Background Check renewal as required
Able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
Capable of working in noisy and/or crowded environments
Stand and/or sit for extended periods of time interchangeably
Capable of getting up and down from the floor with ease; including the ability to stoop, bend,
lift and reach.
GENERAL INFORMATION:
Location: Administration Office
Supervisor: Parents as Teachers Coordinator
Schedule: Full-time (40 hrs/wk), full-year (48 weeks/yr)
Salary: $20.88 – $34.51 per hour DOE and education.
Plus benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, professional development opportunities, paid
personal and sick leave, paid holidays, retirement plan with matching contribution. $1,500 sign-on
bonus, see website for details (valid through 05/31/2026).
To Apply: Submit resume and application to
humanresources@ccsalaska.org
CCS Administrative Office, 2060 E. Industrial Dr. Wasilla, AK 99645
For more information or to download an application visit www.ccsalaska.org
CCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Salary : $21 - $35