What are the responsibilities and job description for the Head Start Child and Family Educator position at Educational Opportunities for Children and Families (EOCF)?
Our mission is to connect, empower, and transform the lives of children and families.
About EOCF
Educational Opportunities for Children and Families (EOCF) is committed to supporting children and families through developmentally appropriate early learning programs. We believe in empowering staff and equipping classrooms to ensure every child thrives.
Position Summary
Do you enjoy building meaningful relationships with children and families? Are you passionate about supporting parents as their child's first and most important teacher?
Join our team as a Part Time Head Start Child & Family Educator and make a last impact through our Home-Based program. In this role, you will partner directly with families to support children's development and school readiness through home visits, family goal setting, and connections to community resources. As the primary point of contact for enrolled families, you will help empower parents in the areas of child development, health, nutrition, family well-being, and self-sufficiency while fostering positive parent-child relationships.
Compensation & Schedule
This non-benefitted position is classified as part-time and is budgeted 20 hours per week Monday - Friday during the school year. The wage for this role is $21.94 - $22.93 per hour, depending on qualifications.
Required Education
AA degree in Human Development, Social Work, Sociology, or ECE related field.
Preferred Experience
One year of paid or formal volunteer/internship experience with groups of children 3-5 years of age in an early childhood setting.
Knowledge of
Current best practices in early childhood development and education; developmentally appropriate best practices in early childhood home visiting programs.
Available services and resources for pregnant women, children and families in the community
Principles of case management, advocacy and family dynamics.
Principles of human development and family services
Technological proficiency
Ability to
Establish consistent, stable and supportive relationships with pregnant women, children birth to three years of age and family members from varying backgrounds.
Prepare the home and classroom environments to meet the educational needs of each child.
Identify and nurture strengths, maintain objectivity and be non-judgmental.
Work cooperatively with staff members from varying backgrounds.
Demonstrate professional and effective written and verbal communication skills; receive information and feedback in an understanding manner; use good judgment.
Interviews will begin once a qualified pool is reached.
Educational Opportunities for Children and Families ( EOCF) is an EEOC compliant
Salary: $21.94 - $22.93 per hour
About EOCF
Educational Opportunities for Children and Families (EOCF) is committed to supporting children and families through developmentally appropriate early learning programs. We believe in empowering staff and equipping classrooms to ensure every child thrives.
Position Summary
Do you enjoy building meaningful relationships with children and families? Are you passionate about supporting parents as their child's first and most important teacher?
Join our team as a Part Time Head Start Child & Family Educator and make a last impact through our Home-Based program. In this role, you will partner directly with families to support children's development and school readiness through home visits, family goal setting, and connections to community resources. As the primary point of contact for enrolled families, you will help empower parents in the areas of child development, health, nutrition, family well-being, and self-sufficiency while fostering positive parent-child relationships.
Compensation & Schedule
This non-benefitted position is classified as part-time and is budgeted 20 hours per week Monday - Friday during the school year. The wage for this role is $21.94 - $22.93 per hour, depending on qualifications.
Required Education
AA degree in Human Development, Social Work, Sociology, or ECE related field.
Preferred Experience
One year of paid or formal volunteer/internship experience with groups of children 3-5 years of age in an early childhood setting.
- Training plan may be considered based on qualifications.
Knowledge of
Current best practices in early childhood development and education; developmentally appropriate best practices in early childhood home visiting programs.
Available services and resources for pregnant women, children and families in the community
Principles of case management, advocacy and family dynamics.
Principles of human development and family services
Technological proficiency
Ability to
Establish consistent, stable and supportive relationships with pregnant women, children birth to three years of age and family members from varying backgrounds.
Prepare the home and classroom environments to meet the educational needs of each child.
Identify and nurture strengths, maintain objectivity and be non-judgmental.
Work cooperatively with staff members from varying backgrounds.
Demonstrate professional and effective written and verbal communication skills; receive information and feedback in an understanding manner; use good judgment.
Interviews will begin once a qualified pool is reached.
Educational Opportunities for Children and Families ( EOCF) is an EEOC compliant
Salary: $21.94 - $22.93 per hour
Salary : $22 - $23