Parent Infant Educator

About the Role:

The Parent Infant Educator is responsible for providing comprehensive child development and family support services to eligible pregnant women, infants, toddlers and their families through a series of weekly in-home instruction sessions and scheduled socialization activities. The Parent Infant Educator is responsible for designing, planning and coordinating developmentally appropriate experiences that meet all component areas of the agency’s birth-to-three programs, school readiness goals established by the program and the individual needs of the child.This position focuses on creating a nurturing environment where parents and infants can engage in meaningful interactions that promote cognitive, emotional, and physical development. The educator will work closely with families to assess individual needs, provide tailored guidance, and implement evidence-based strategies that enhance parent-infant bonding and early childhood education. By collaborating with families, community resources, and early childhood programs, the Parent Infant Educator ensures a holistic approach to family support. Ultimately, this role aims to strengthen family dynamics and contribute to positive long-term outcomes for children’s well-being and development.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associates degree from an accredited college with significant experience and intentions to pursue a higher level of training in Early Childhood Education required;
• Bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education or related field from an accredited college or university preferred;
• Experience working directly with infants and families in an educational or support capacity.
• Two to five years of job-related experience preferred;
• Current, valid driver’s license and proof of insurance required;
• Reliable means of transportation required;
• Successful completion of First Aid/CPR certification will be required;
• Proof of physical examination, tuberculosis and measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) screening within the last six months required;
• Fluent verbal and written English and Spanish communication required;
• Strong understanding of infant developmental milestones and family dynamics;
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with diverse families; and
• Ability to conduct home visits and work independently in community settings.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Sick time
• PTO time
• Paid holidays
• Employee assistance program
• 401k with employer matching
• Company-paid basic life insurance and AD&D coverage
• Company-paid short term disability coverage
• Tuition Reimbursement