(1856) Bilingual Parent Educator

Bluebonnet Trails Community Services; Bastrop (TX); On-site; USD 55,790,000 - 72,266,000; Full time

Job summary

Bluebonnet Trails Community Services in Bastrop, TX is seeking a Parent Educator to support families from prenatal through age six. You will conduct in-home visits, coach parents in developmentally appropriate activities, and link families with community resources.

You will screen child health and development, lead group connections, and enter data into PAT/databases while collaborating with staff to improve program quality. A Texas driver’s license and bilingual ability are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma is required.
• At least 3 years of experience working with families with young children (0–5).
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.
• Well-developed interpersonal and organizational skills; basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct home visits for parent/caregiver instruction in child development activities.
• Coach parents to improve positive parenting and family well-being.
• Connect families with agency and community resources.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Communication

Data entry

Education

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Job description

Job Description

The Parent Educator is responsible for providing services directly to families prenatally until their child enters Kindergarten or turns 6 years old (whichever occurs first). This position will:

• Conduct home visits to provide parent/caregiver instruction and coaching in appropriate educational/child-development activities. A minimum of 75% of all required services must be delivered in person.
• Coach parents/caregivers to increase positive parenting and family well-being strategies as outlined in evidence-based curriculum (as required by Parents as Teachers).
• Connect families with additional resources and services within the agency and community.
• Conduct child health and developmental screenings, as well as parent/caregiver screenings, and refer to additional services as needed based on screening results.
• Plan and conduct parent group connection meetings to focus on child development, parenting skills, and resource information.
• Collect and enter data in the Parents as Teachers (PAT) database and state database to meet timelines and requirements of Parents as Teachers National Center (PATNC) and program funders.
• Collaborate with program staff and community partners to conduct outreach, host community and family events, and engage in program quality improvement activities.

All interactions with families and children use Trauma Informed Care principles and allow for parent choice and voice, allowing parents to engage their child so the child learns throughout the day in a variety of typical activities, and to support the attachment between the child and parent or primary caregiver.

Location: Bastrop, TX

Hourly Salary Range: $19.47 – $25.22

Differential Detail

• $1.00 per hour – 2 years previous experience
• Up to $4.00 per hour – BTCS Tenure
• $0.75 per hour – Bilingual

Join our dynamic and enthusiastic Team dedicated to continuously improving the health and independence of the persons we serve.

CityBastrop, TX CountyBastrop CountyCredentialsMinimum Qualifications

A high school diploma.

At least 3 years’ experience working with families with young children (0-5 years old).

Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Basic knowledge of child development and parental impact on child development.

Well-developed interpersonal skills, time management/organization skills, and basic computer skills.

Ability to work sensitively with families from a variety of cultural orientations.

Must have valid Texas driver’s license and maintain approved driving status throughout employment.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education, child development, psychology, social work, health, or a related field.Salary Amount$40,497.60 - $52,457.60/yearClosing DateOpen until filled