Parent/Child Educator-Early Head Start-Spokane County

About Eastern Washington University

Eastern Washington University, a regional, comprehensive public university with an enrollment of over 10,000 students, is one of six state-funded four-year institutions of higher education in Washington, each governed by its own board of trustees. As the region’s polytechnic, we are recognized for our distinctive approach to hands-on learning that leads to in-demand careers. EWU’s 300-acre main campus is located in Cheney, a community of 12,000 residents 16 miles southwest of Washington’s second largest city, Spokane. Eastern also offers programs in downtown Spokane at the innovative, energy-efficient Catalyst building, the SIERR building which is a hub for research, development and advancement of health sciences, and at Riverpoint, a campus shared with Washington State University. In addition, EWU programs can be found at select locations throughout the state, aligned with the needs of the community. Eastern contributes to the vitality of the region and the state through its wide array of bachelor’s and master’s degrees in over 100 fields of study, as well as applied doctorates in physical therapy and educational leadership, offering accessible pathways to career success and personal development to students of all socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds.

Eastern Washington University has been recognized for its commitment to helping undergraduate students learn, grow and succeed by Colleges of Distinction, a nationally trusted resource guide for college-bound students. The honor recognizes Eastern as a ’24-’25 College of Distinction (CoD).

Money magazine recently named EWU as one of its Best Colleges in America 2024.

Tribal Land Acknowledgement

Eastern Washington University resides within the traditional homelands of the Spokane People and other tribes who are connected through their shared history of this region. This land holds their cultural DNA and it is their Ancestors who are here and bring forth the knowledge of this place—the knowledge that comes from the land.

Job Summary

We are currently seeking skilled and team-oriented applicants to fill one or more of the following position: Parent/Child Educator – Project

• Full-time position – Spokane County
  
  

EWU Early Head Start Parent-Child Educators (PCEs) are early childhood home visitors who help parents prepare their child for Success in School and in life by engaging and equipping parents in their roles as primary nurturer, most influential teacher and child advocate. PCEs provide high quality Early Head Start services to children and their families in compliance with local, state and federal regulations.

They accomplish this work by developing and maintaining authentic and respectful helping relationships with parents and children and by guiding individualized, home-based comprehensive child health and developmental learning experiences.

Their work is guided, resourced and supported by a well-managed, community oriented, relationship-based university organization that provides effective supervision and content support in child development, infant mental health, health, nutrition, family and community services and other program operations.

Ninety-minute home visits are scheduled on a weekly basis, year round. Caseloads per PCE include 10 to 12 infants, toddlers and pregnant women.

In addition, each PCE organizes and facilitates a minimum of 2 socialization experiences each month.

While PCEs are the primary service provider for the home-based EHS program option, they work collaboratively with parents, other EHS staff, volunteers, community partners and other providers to plan and implement the full range of EHS services.

Key Responsibilities

• Effectively plan, implement and document weekly home-based EHS services to assure the delivery and coordination of comprehensive and integrated services
• Recruit and enroll eligible children, pregnant women and their families for the EWU EHS program
• Plan, implement and document effective socialization experiences twice a month for pregnant women, infants and toddlers
• Document services in an accurate and timely manner in accordance with program systems, policies and practices
• Actively participate in supervision, professional development and training, and multi-disciplinary meetings and consultations
  
  

All work must be completed in compliance with federal, state, local and university statutes, regulations, policies and practices to assure consistent, high quality services for pregnant women, infants and toddlers.

PCE’s are expected to work effectively with other EWU EHS staff, supervisors and community providers, including volunteers to provide the comprehensive set of EHS services to children and families

This job is an excellent opportunity for mission-driven individuals who want to help make a difference in the lives of children and families. As a full-time or part-time employee of Eastern Washington University, you will receive salary plus excellent benefits (medical, dental, retirement and more), paid vacation, paid sick leave, and paid holidays! Just as important, you will be joining a dedicated team of professionals devoted to providing comprehensive services to our communities and their families.

EWU is committed to supporting and promoting a diverse workforce and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply for this position.

The salary for this position is $40,308 (minimum) up to $52,476. Where the hired candidate will begin within this range is dependent on education, experience, and skills. In addition to salary, the university offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, life and disability insurance and retirement. In addition, EWU offers generous vacation and sick leave accruals, 12 paid holidays per year and fringe benefits, such as tuition waiver for employees and eligible family members, discounted EWU sports tickets, full access to our campus workout facilities at a minimum fee and free transportation through STA buses. For additional information regarding insurance benefits please see our Benefits page: https://inside.ewu.edu/hr/benefits/insurance/ .

Eastern Washington University provides an inclusive, equitable, and transformative learning experience, driving the pursuit of knowledge with affordable academic excellence.

Screening of applications will begin on 03/14/2025, and applications will be accepted until the position is closed.

Required Qualifications

• A minimum of a home-based CDA credential or comparable credential, or equivalent coursework as part of an associate’s or bachelor’s degree.
• Demonstrated competency to plan and implement home-based learning experiences that ensure effective implementation of the home visiting curriculum and promote children’s progress across the standards described in the Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework: Ages Birth to Five, including for children with disabilities and dual language learners, as appropriate, and to build respectful, culturally responsive, and trusting relationships with families.
• Demonstrated ability to train and mentor others.
• Proven track record of teamwork and ability to give and receive job related feedback.
• A demonstrated ability to use a trauma informed approach with staff and families.
• Ability to pass all required checks including: initial health exam, ongoing health screenings and/or exams, and initial and ongoing background checks.
• Demonstrated ability to apply a responsive and flexible approach that is supportive to the needs including universal access of our students, faculty staff and the public.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s, Bachelor’s, OR Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Human Services, or a related field.
• Team building and leadership skills.
• Proficient with technology including all MS applications such as Outlook, Word, and SharePoint.
  
  

Job Duties

Other Skills and Abilities:

Provide comprehensive early childhood health and developmental services in a home-based EHS program option to infants and toddler in partnership with the child’s parents

• Plan and implement 90-minute weekly home visits utilizing EWU EHS approved procedures, curriculum and materials
• Partner with parents to ensure that children are provided services in a healthy and safe environment and manner. Make recommendations for health and safety improvements, make referrals and or CPS reports if necessary to ensure the health and safety of the infant or toddler
• Collaborate with families to establish family development goals and child development goals, and document this collaborative process in family partnership agreements
• Promote parental involvement in curriculum planning, program governance and the overall EHS program
• Monitor and educate parents with respect to children’s health status, including medical follow-up, physical health, dental health, mental health and nutrition
• Provide support and resources to families in crisis and community resource referral services
• Plan and effectively implement program activities in accordance with EWU EHS’ comprehensive individualization system (including health, nutrition, mental health, disabilities and family services)
• Respond appropriately to each child as an individual, based upon observation, information, and documentation
• Recruit EHS eligible infants, toddlers and pregnant to fill vacant slots
• Plan and facilitate small group EHS socialization experiences as directed by Home Based Services Supervisor
• Provide onsite child care as part of a program rotation and as scheduled and directed by the Home based Service Supervisor
• Bring staff on home visits (program Managers, other Parent Child Educators) and attend other Parent Child Educators home visits as directed by the Home Based Services Supervisor
• Participate effectively and deliberately in all program meetings including trainings, staffing, presentations, and community outreach
• Other related duties as assigned
  
  

Percent of Time: 65

Effectively plan, track and document home-based EHS services to assure the delivery and coordination of comprehensive and integrated services.

• Maintain appropriate data and documentation about each child in accordance with EWU EHS policies and procedures.
• Implement monitoring and coordination systems as directed
• Follow program deadlines and due dates for documentation as directed
• Proactively communicate regarding health and safety issues and other topics effecting the well-being of children, families and staff
• Other related duties as assigned
  
  

Percent of Time: 35

Conditions Of Employment

EWU Early Head Start provides services in family homes located throughout Stevens, Northern Ferry, Pend Oreille and Spokane counties. Home visitors work from regional hubs located in Colville Newport, and Spokane. Position works in EWU offices located in a central location.

This position requires services be delivered in the homes of program families, many of whom are located in unincorporated areas.

Position Requires

• Use of a personal vehicle when performing job duties;
• Proof of insurance and a valid driver’s license; mileage for use of personal vehicle for completion of job duties will be reimbursed at the approved state rates.
  
  

Other Requirements

• Infant/Toddler CPR and First Aid Certificate (within 30 days after hire)
• TB Test (within one year prior to hire)
• Staff Health Exam (prior to hire)
• Valid Washington State Driver’s License and private automotive insurance (prior to hire)
• Food Handler’s Permit (within 30 days after hire)
• HIV/Blood Borne Pathogens Training (within 30 days after hire)
• Personal vehicle for local travel
• Provide 3 Personal and 3 Professional References (prior to hire)
• Criminal Background Declarations (prior to hire)
• Pass all Background Checks as required by 45 CFR Part 1302.90, including state criminal history records fingerprint checks (prior to hire) , sex offender registry check (prior to hire), FBI criminal history register finger print check (within 90 days of hire) and child abuse and neglect state registry check (within 90 days of hire). Employee must also pass all 4 criminal background checks at least every five years.
  
  

This position, during the course of university employment will be involved in the receipt of, or accountability for, university funds or other items of value, as well as the unsupervised access with the developmentally disabled, vulnerable adults or children under the age of 16. The offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion and passing of a background check prior to beginning employment.

All new employees must comply with EWU Immunization Policy 602-02 and provide proof of immunity or vaccination to MMR before beginning work at EWU. Waivers for the immunization requirements are available for medical or sincerely held religious beliefs.

This is an Administrative Exempt position and is covered by EWU Policy 406- 01, Exempt Employment

https://inside.ewu.edu/policies/knowledge-base/ewu-406-01-exempt-employment/

After starting employment, employees will complete required training. Online training can be accessed here or complete the training in person or via Zoom. In person and Zoom training opportunities will be posted on InsideEWU and are listed on Human Resources webpage at https://inside.ewu.edu/hr/training/.

Note: Interviews might be conducted via Zoom (camera must be enabled). If so, candidates must be able to demonstrate competence using Zoom and other technologies.

Salary Information

The salary for this position is $43,358

Posting Date: 03/04/2025

Open Until Further Notice: No

Closing Date

Screening to Begin: 3/14/2025

Special Instructions To Applicants

Submit your application materials through our online applications portal provided below. If you are unable to submit through the applicant portal, please contact Human Resources Services at (509) 359-2381.

To apply, visit https://jobs.hr.ewu.edu/postings/13428

EWU does not discriminate in its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, age, marital status, families with children, protected veteran or military status, HIV or hepatitis C, status as a mother breastfeeding her child, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability, as provided for and to the extent required by state and federal laws.

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