Parent Educator for Early Childhood Family Education

POSITION AVAILABLE
 
Licensed Parent Educator for Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE)
New Hope Learning Center
1.0 FTE with required evening hours
Salary and benefits based on the2024-2025 Teacher Collective Bargaining Agreement
 
RESPONSIBILITIES

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

QUALIFICATIONS 

• 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

APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Apply online at http://www.applitrack.com/rdale/onlineapp/
 
Anh Tran
Robbinsdale Area Schools
4148 Winnetka Ave. N.
New Hope, MN 5542
 
POSTING OPEN UNTIL FILLED
Equal Opportunity Employer

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications as described in a job description. 

We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of our qualifications described.

Equity is one of District 281 core values and is essential to our goal of putting children first to ensure college and career readiness. A diverse workforce fuels innovation and allows us to better understand, communicate with, and educate our students. District 281 will not deny anyone the opportunity for training or employment because of sex, race, religion, color, creed, national origin, marital status, age, sexual preference, disability, or status with regard to public assistance.