Parent Educator

SHIELDS FOR FAMILIES; Lynwood (CA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental & Vision

Vacation & sick leave

Retirement 403b

Holidays

Job summary

SHIELDS FOR FAMILIES is seeking a dedicated Parent Educator to provide home-based family support services for children aged 0–5 in Lynwood, CA. The role focuses on strengthening parent-child relationships and promoting healthy development through home visits and collaborative planning.

You will deliver parenting education, coordinate referrals, and maintain accurate documentation while working in-person in the Lynwood community.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate degree in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred.
• Experience with high-risk families and community programs desirable.
• Strong communication, advocacy, assessment, and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct home visits to families and children.
• Develop individualized family service plans.
• Provide parenting education and guidance on health, safety, and nutrition.
• Coordinate referrals and community resources; document services.

Skills

Communication

Advocacy

Assessment

Documentation

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree in Early Childhood Education

Tools

Word processing

Computer systems

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Lynwood, CA 90502, Salary Range: $27.40 - $27.40 Hourly, Parent Educator (Parents as Teachers)

Monday to Friday 8:30 am to 5:00 pm

In-person and Office/Field

Salary: $27.40 (hourly) Non-Exempt

Other Compensation:

• Employer-paid medical for employee and family, employer-paid dental, vision and group life insurance for employee - estimated value $8,243.28 - $23,823.84/annual
• Employer-paid sick pay (12 days per year) - estimated value $2,630.40/annual
• Employer-paid vacation pay (10-20 days per year depending on years of service) - estimated value $2,192.00/annual for first year of service
• Employer-paid anniversary holiday (1-5 days annually depending on years of service) - estimated value $219.20 annual for first year of service
• Employer-paid birthday holiday (1 day annually) - estimated value $219.20/annual

SHIELDS’ mission is to develop, deliver and evaluate culturally sensitive, comprehensive service models that empower and advocate for high-risk families in South Los Angeles.

We are seeking a dedicated Parent Educator to provide home-based family support services focused on strengthening parent-child relationships and promoting healthy early childhood development for children ages 0–5. Responsibilities include conducting home visits; developing individualized family service plans; providing parenting education, family support, and guidance on health, safety, nutrition, and child development; conducting screenings and assessments; coordinating referrals and community resources; supporting families in crisis situations; and assisting with goal setting and continuity of care. The Parent Educator will maintain accurate client documentation and data reporting, participate in case conferences and team meetings, collaborate with community agencies, and ensure compliance with agency, program, and funding requirements. Strong communication, assessment, advocacy, and relationship-building skills are essential, along with the ability to support families through a strengths-based, family-centered approach.

Benefits and Perks:

Supportive, fun and friendly team environment!

• Competitive Wages and room for growth
• Vacation and sick leave
• Employer paid medical insurance for employee and family
• Employer paid dental, vision and life insurance
• Chiropractic services
• Retirement 403b plan and supplemental insurance benefits
• 17 paid holidays, effective upon hire
• Paid birthday holiday, effective upon hire
• Paid anniversary day off of 1-5 days per year depending on years of service
• Anniversary bonus after 5 years of service
• Winter break
• Pet Insurance
• BBS supervision, on-going clinical training and CEUs available
• Employee referral bonus
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount programs to theme parks, movies, hotels and car rentals
• Paid educational leave
• Paid drive time and mileage reimbursement
• Eligible for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness
• Employee Recognition

Qualifications:

Qualified candidates will possess a high school diploma or equivalent, with an Associate degree in Early Childhood Education, Human Services, Community Health, or a related field preferred. Experience working with high-risk families, young children, or community-based programs is highly desirable. Candidates should demonstrate strong communication, advocacy, assessment, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to effectively document services and utilize computer-based systems and word processing software. The ideal candidate is culturally responsive, able to work respectfully with diverse populations, and committed to a family-centered, strengths-based approach. A valid California driver’s license, current vehicle registration, and proof of insurance are required. Candidates must be able to comply with all agency policies, confidentiality standards, and applicable state and federal regulations, adapt to changing program needs, collaborate effectively within a team environment, and perform job duties safely without endangering themselves or others.