PAT Educator

Parents as Teachers (PAT) Educator

REPORTS TO:

PAT Program Coordinator / GCPS Early Childhood Coordinator

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

10 months

POSITION TYPE:

Part-Time, hourly pay

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Parent Educator is responsible for delivering high-quality, evidence-based home visitation services to families with children born through five using the Parents as Teachers (PAT) model. The parent educator partners with parents to enhance parenting skills, promote optimal child development, and strengthen family well-being through personal visits, developmental screenings, and resource connections.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Home Visits

Conduct regular personal visits with families following the PAT model to provide parent-child interaction, development-centered parenting, and family well-being content.

Build trusting relationships with families, respecting cultural and individual differences.

Support parents in understanding child development and in using positive parenting practices.

Screenings and Assessments

Conduct developmental, social-emotional, health, hearing, and vision screenings for children as outlined in the PAT model.

Assist families in identifying developmental milestones and connecting to additional services when needed.

Documentation and Data Entry

Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential records of home visits, assessments, and family goals using approved data systems.

Complete required reports and documentation in accordance with program and funding requirements.

Group Connections

Plan and facilitate group meetings to strengthen social connections among families and promote shared learning experiences.

Develop creative, engaging, and age-appropriate group connection topics based on family needs and interests.

Resource and Referral

Identify community resources and support families in accessing services that promote health, education, and self-sufficiency.

Collaborate with community partners to strengthen family support networks.

Professional Development

• Participate in required Parents as Teachers foundational and model implementation training and maintain certification through ongoing professional development.
  
Attend staff meetings, reflective supervision sessions, and continuing education opportunities.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education:
  
Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Social Work, Family Studies, Psychology, Health, or a related field required (or equivalent degree as approved by the Parents as Teachers National Center).

• Experience:
  
Previous experience working with young children and families is preferred.

• Demonstrated understanding of early childhood development, family systems, and community resources.
  
• Skills & Competencies:
  
Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills, Spanish Speaking is a plus.

• Demonstrated respect for diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility.
  
  Ability to establish rapport and maintain effective, professional relationships with families and community partners.
  
  Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet program requirements.
  
  • Computer use skills (word processing; spreadsheets; ability to learn required programs.

Proficient in data entry, electronic documentation, and online systems.

• Must complete Parents as Teachers Foundational and Model Implementation Training prior to delivering PAT services.

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  Other Requirements:
  
Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and ability to travel within the Granville, Franklin, and Vance county service area.

• Flexibility to work occasional evenings or weekends to meet family needs.
  
  Successful completion of background checks as required by local, state, or federal guidelines.
  

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to lift up to 25 lbs (educational materials, supplies).

Ability to sit, stand, bend, and move during home visits and group events.

Comfort working in home and community settings with varying conditions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Combination of office, home, and community-based environments.

• Frequent travel to family homes, community sites, and partner agencies.