Home Visitor Aide (0.34 FTE/9 Months per Year)

Cambridge Public Schools; Cambridge (MA); On-site; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Cambridge seeks a Home Visitor Aide to support families with young children. This role involves implementing an early childhood curriculum, conducting home visits, and organizing group activities. Ideal candidates should have an interest in early childhood education and the ability to work with diverse families. A high school diploma is required.

Qualifications

• Experience in a multicultural environment is a plus.
• Willingness to learn and use program materials.

Responsibilities

• Implement Early Childhood curriculum for families.
• Conduct regular home visits with educational materials.
• Organize group activities and participate in training.

Skills

Interest in working with young children and families

Ability to relate to diverse backgrounds

Flexibility and dependability

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Position: Home Visitor Aide (0.34 FTE/10 hours per week, 9 months per year) – Home-Based Early Childhood Education Program

Responsibilities

• Work with families with young children (1 ½ - 3 ½). Be responsible for implementing an Early Childhood curriculum that helps families prepare their children for school.
• Provide regular Home Visits to each assigned family using appropriate educational materials and resources.
• Organize and carry out group activities with the assigned families.
• Participate in in-service training and weekly staff meetings.
• Carry out assessments, evaluations, school contacts, weekly record-keeping, and duties as may be determined by the Programs.

Qualifications

• Have an interest, experience, and/or education in working with young children and their families.
• Relate well to young children, parents, and professionals from diverse backgrounds.
• Have the ability to work in a multicultural environment.
• Be willing to learn and use the Program materials and methods.
• Be flexible, dependable, have access to a telephone, and ability to get around the city.
• A high school diploma is required.

How to Join Our Team

Apply online at www.cpsd.us. Please upload a resume and thoughtful cover letter, outlining how your skills and experience meet the qualifications of the position and stating how you heard about this opportunity.

At the Cambridge Public Schools, we are committed to cultivating an environment where diverse perspectives and backgrounds are embraced, acknowledging that a team reflecting diversity of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, age, gender, marital/domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, and veteran status allows us to serve our communities better. To that end, we welcome and encourage applicants to bring their authentic selves when considering employment opportunities within our school district.