Early Head Start Family Educator – Spanish and Pashto Bilingual Preferred

Are you intrigued by the opportunity to work with children and families on the path to success? Do you want to use your knowledge of child development to positively impact the early learning of infants and toddlers?

Community Action Early Head Start is looking for a dedicated Infant/Toddler Family Educator to join our team! The Family Educator will provide program services responsive to the needs of pregnant women and children birth to three and their families, including quality early childhood education and school readiness, parent education, family engagement, and health.

We are looking for someone that loves working with young children and is passionate about providing all the resources necessary to positively impact the development of children. Our team members have the unique opportunity to support children and families from at-risk backgrounds reach their goals and achieve success.

Starting Pay: $16.47-$18.27/hour; depending on qualifications

The Role:

• Conduct home visits for young children, pregnant women and their families.
• Monitor and educate parents with respect to children's health status, including medical follow- ups, physical, dental, mental, and nutritional health.
• Carry out curriculum for child development in the context of the home and during group socialization experiences.
• Assist parents in using existing resources in their home and neighborhoods to create safe, stimulating and educationally challenging environment for their children.
• Conduct screening, ongoing assessment, and observations of children’s development.
• Encourage and assist pregnant women enrolled in the program to make appropriate preparations for the development and birth of their infant.
• Plan and complete lesson plans for children/pregnant women on case load.
• Develop positive relationships with families and children.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of a Home Visitor Child Development Associate credential or comparable credential or equivalent coursework as part of an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree required.
• Bilingual in Spanish or Pashto preferred.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood, Human Services or related field preferred.
• Strong verbal and written proficiencies of the English language required.
• Valid Nebraska Driver’s License and good driving record required.
• Sensitivity to the barriers that families living in poverty experience and knowledge of community resources.
• Knowledge and experience in child development, principles of child health, safety and nutrition, adult learning principles and family dynamics.
• Must have capacity to problem solve, handle crises, and work with families and children of various cultures from economically disadvantaged backgrounds.

Benefits & Perks:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Employer-paid life insurance, short term disability, and long term disability coverage.
• Generous Paid Time Off plan and 13 paid holidays.
• 401K with employer match.
• Education Assistance Program for continuing education.
• Extensive opportunities for personal and professional development.
• Engaging work environment with friendly and supportive team members.
• Meaningful work that positive impacts families and children in our community.

Community Action Partnership of Lancaster and Saunders Counties is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression), national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, marital status, genetics, or any other status protected under federal and state law.