Family Literacy Instructor, Part-Time

Grace Place for Children and Families; Naples (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Grace Place for Children and Families in Naples, Florida is seeking a part-time Parent Educator to implement the Bright Beginnings literacy and workforce soft skills curriculum. This role requires providing guidance to parents to enhance their job readiness and professional development skills.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree, three years of teaching experience, and is fluent in English and Spanish. The position offers a collaborative environment with a commitment to diversity and community values.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of instructional teaching experience.
• Current first aid and CPR certificates (obtainable within 90 days of employment).
• Willingness to submit to fingerprinting and background checks.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation and instruction of Bright Beginnings Parent Time classes.
• Build positive teacher-parent relationships to foster participant commitment.
• Conduct assessments and support data collection of measurable program outcomes.

Skills

Fluency in English and Spanish

Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills

Experience working with diverse cultures and populations

Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in education, business administration, or related field

Job description

Job Title: Parent Educator

Reports To: Director of Family Literacy

Classification: Exempt

Type: Part-Time, 20 hours/week, Monday-Thursday 8:30 AM – 1:30 PM

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Date: 6/8/2023

Summary/Objective: The Parent Educator will implement the Bright Beginnings literacy and workforce soft skills curriculum under the direction of the Director of Family Literacy. The teacher will provide guidance, resources, and lessons to parents to enhance their abilities in job readiness, career exploration, professional development, and workforce-related topics.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead the implementation and instruction of Bright Beginnings Parent Time classes.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of program curriculum and align parent time with early childhood education classes.
• Use curriculum and instructional activities that facilitate engaging and active learning with measurable outcomes.
• Conduct weekly wellness activities.
• Build positive teacher‑parent relationships to foster commitment, participation, and retention.
• Manage the classroom learning environment, including daily routines and organization.
• Implement systems to support collaboration between families and provide referrals to school and community resources.
• Prepare all requisite materials for class in advance.
• Develop weekly lesson plans and incorporate hands‑on activities for classroom and home.
• Manage volunteer translators in the classroom.
• Provide coaching on effective instructional strategies.

Outcomes:

• Conduct assessments and support data collection of measurable program outcomes.
• Observe and evaluate student performance, progress, and development.
• Maintain records on student progress for planning and evaluation.

Communication:

• Communicate with parents regarding progress and needs; keep them informed of expectations and activities.
• Maintain regular communication with direct team members.
• Maintain high visibility and a hands‑on presence with students, staff, volunteers, and parents.
• Perform any other duties as requested.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree required; preference for concentration in education, business administration, or related field.
• Experience: Minimum of three years of instructional teaching experience.
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Fluency in English and Spanish.
• Experience working with diverse cultures and populations and effective communication.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and basic computer skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Commitment to the mission and core values of Grace Place.
• Current first aid and CPR certificates (obtainable within 90 days of employment).
• Willingness to submit to fingerprinting and background checks.
• Compliance with Good Moral Character as required by DCF.

Work Environment:

• Multiple locations with varying temperature, noise level, and conditions.
• Part-time; anticipated 8:30‑1:30 Monday and Tuesday, with occasional evenings and weekends as needed.
• Physical demands include bending, sitting, standing, and lifting up to 20 lbs.

Background Screening Requirement:

All applicants must successfully complete required state and national background screening, including fingerprinting for FDLE and FBI criminal history checks and review through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse, as a condition of employment.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Grace Place values diversity and provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants based on experience, training, education, and ability to perform the work without regard to protected characteristics. The policy applies to all phases of employment, and violations may be disciplinary offenses.