Early Childhood Family Educator - Home Visits

Nixa Public Schools; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Nixa Public Schools seeks a dedicated early childhood professional to work with families of children prenatal to age five. This role involves conducting home visits, guiding families in child development, and performing developmental screenings for children from birth to kindergarten.

The position requires a strong background in early childhood education and a commitment to district improvement plans, including adherence to safety and testing requirements.

Qualifications

• Certification and/or a four-year degree in Early Childhood Education or related field.
• Five years of successful experience with young children and their parents.
• Willingness to understand and support the District's Comprehensive School Improvement Plan.
• Must pass a background check and drug test.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside parents/legal guardians of children prenatal to age five.
• Conduct home visits providing families with information and direction in child development.
• Conduct periodic development screening for birth to kindergarten.
• Inform parents of possible delays and normal progression.
• Refer families to internal/external agencies as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Home visits with families

Developmental screening

Family engagement

Education

Bachelor degree in Early Childhood Education

Associate degree in Early Childhood Education

Sixty semester hours in postsecondary education

Two-year certificate in Early Childhood Education

Two-year certificate in Nursing

Job description

Nixa Public Schools seeks a dedicated early childhood professional to work with families of children prenatal to age five. This role involves conducting home visits, guiding families in child development, and performing developmental screenings for children from birth to kindergarten.

The position requires a strong background in early childhood education and a commitment to district improvement plans, including adherence to safety and testing requirements.