Early Learning Outreach Educator

Bauer Family Resources

Danville (IN)

On-site

USD 19,988 - 22,496

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

401K Matching

Paid Professional Development

Referral Bonus

Job summary

A community-focused family resource center in Indiana is hiring a Home Visitor to provide educational experiences to families with young children. The role involves creating individualized lesson plans, conducting home visits, and actively engaging with families to promote school readiness and personal growth. Candidates should possess relevant educational credentials and have a commitment to serving children in need. This full-time position offers various benefits, including health insurance and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

1-2 years of experience in early childhood education.
Must pass routine background checks.
Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

Provide learning experiences for children aged 6 weeks to 3 years.
Develop and implement individualized lesson plans.
Conduct home visits and ensure family engagement.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to create effective lesson plans

Knowledge of child development

Organization and time management

Fluent in Spanish

Education

Home-based CDA credential or comparable certification

Associate's or Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Job Title: Home Visitor

Pay Range: $14.51- $16.33 hourly

What We Do

At Bauer, we empower children and their families to thrive.

Bauer Family Resources mission is at the heart of every program and service offered to our community. It is our belief that every child and family has a desire for a life that is filled with success, strong family and community connections and hope for tomorrow. Bauer's work is measured against this mission statement to ensure we are true to it.

Our Workplace Culture

We are building a culture of belonging - where every person is supported to bring their most authentic self to work and enable them to do the best work of their life. We are a culture grounded by collaboration, personal growth and well-being. We care about each other, ourselves, our communities and the environment which we live in. We respect all with humility and patience.

Bauer Family Resources does not discriminate on basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in a group or class protected by local, state and federal government laws. At Bauer we encourage diversity and promote equality.

Position Summary

The Home Visitor is responsible for providing families of children ranging in ages from 6 weeks to 3 years, with learning experiences that promote school readiness and opportunity to establish family goals. This includes creation and implementation of individualized lesson plans and development of meaningful relationships with children and families while in the family's homes and during group social activities.

Essential Functions

The duties identified below are the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This list may not be inclusive of all job responsibilities and are subject to change based on business needs with or without notice.

Observe, document, and assess student progress
Analyze student data
Develop and implement lesson plans based on family input, student data, interests, and developmental practices
Engage families in program services and activities that promote school readiness, parenting skills, knowledge, and confidence
Assist families in establishing and pursuing goals that enhance personal growth and connections to the community
Conduct weekly Home Visits and twice-monthly Socializations
Deliver relationship-based home visits and enrollment meetings that are responsive to family needs
Provide families with resource information and referrals to agency and community supports as needed
Complete monthly reports, Family Newsletters, and documentation and track family progress
Ensure compliance with Bauer Policies, State Licensing, and Head Start Program Performance Standards
Attend twice-monthly staff meetings, monthly Professional Development Days, quarterly All-Agency meetings, and annual Pre-Service

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this position successfully, an individual must demonstrate regular, predictable attendance and be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge and skill required. The individual must be able to successfully pass routine background checks.

Education/Certification/Licensure

Home-based CDA credential or comparable credential
equivalent coursework as part of an Associate's or Bachelor's degree (preferred)
Must have a valid driver's license and the ability to meet minimum requirements of the insurance carrier at all times.

Experience Required

1-2 years related previous experience in early childhood education.

Knowledge and Skills Required

Commitment to serving children and families in poverty with the highest quality services
Willingness to learn and apply new knowledge
Strong connection with the community and ability to maintain positive relationships
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
Knowledge of child development and health and safety standards
Ability to create effective lesson plans that promote development
Organization and time management
Basic computer skills
Ability to fluently communicate in Spanish is a plus

Physical Requirements

To accomplish the essential functions of the position, one must be physically able to operate or work with computers, calculators, reference books, computer software applications, phones, and other standard office equipment. The physical activities of the position include talking, reaching, grasping, light lifting, bending, squatting, and other repetitive motions.

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