Parent Educator (Home Visitor) Save the Children

Young World Physical Education; Mabton (WA); On-site; USD 33,062 - 38,572; Full time

Job summary

Save the Children is hiring a Parent Educator (Home Visitor) in Mabton, WA to deliver the PAT-based home visiting program for families from pregnancy through kindergarten entry. You will support healthy child development, strengthen parent-child relationships, and promote family well-being in collaboration with the Mabton School District.

This role requires in-home visits, travel within the district, and commitment to equity.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• At least two years of supervised experience with young children, families, or related work.
• Ability to work with diverse cultural and language backgrounds.
• Commitment to equity, inclusion and accessibility.
• Ability to travel locally for home visits and trainings.
• Willingness to complete Parents as Teachers training.

Responsibilities

• Recruit and enroll pregnant individuals and families with children birth to kindergarten.
• Plan, provide, and document home visits focused on parent-child interaction and development.
• Provide group connections and family workshops for learning and support.
• Work with families to set and review family goals.
• Complete required child development screenings and health reviews.
• Help families access early childhood programs and transitions to school.
• Maintain confidential records in data systems and participate in supervision.
• Attend trainings, coaching, and program learning opportunities.

Skills

Effective communication

Relationship-building

Organizational skills

Cultural competency

Independent work

Flexible schedule

Privacy & data security

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate or bachelor's degree in related fields

Spanish proficiency

Job description

Parent Educator (Home Visitor) Save the Children

Mabton School District - Mabton, Washington

Job Details

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Job Title:

Parent Educator (Home Visitor) Save the Children

Primary Function: The Home Visitor (Parent Educator) delivers Save the Children’s Home Visiting Program using the Parents as Teachers (PAT) model and curriculum. This role supports pregnant families and families with children from pregnancy through kindergarten entry. The Home Visitor works with families to strengthen parent-child relationships, support healthy child development, and promote family well-being through culturally responsive, strengths-based practices that reflect community priorities. This position is employed by the school district or community-based organization and supervised by designated district or organization leadership. It is funded through a Save the Children initiative. Save the Children staff, such as a Lead Associate or Advisor, provide training, technical assistance, and program guidance in partnership with site supervisors to support strong PAT implementation, professional growth, and continuous quality improvement

Directly Responsible To: Building Principal

Description of Responsibilities

• Recruit and enroll pregnant individuals and families with children from birth through kindergarten entry, with priority given to families experiencing identified stressors, as defined by program guidelines.
• Plan, provide, and document personal visits focused on parentchild interaction, developmentcentered parenting, and family wellbeing.
• Provide group connections, such as parent-child groups or family workshops, so families can build relationships and learn from one another.
• Work with families to complete initial and yearly family-centered assessments and to set, review, and update family goals together.
• Complete required child development screenings, assessments, health reviews, and observations on schedule, following program guidelines.
• Help families understand child development and use responsive caregiving strategies that support early learning and school readiness.
• Provide information, referrals, and support for transitions to early childhood programs, preschool, and kindergarten.

Family Support and Community Engagement

• Identify family needs and link families to appropriate school district and community services, resources, and follow-up assessments.
• Support families in navigating education related and community systems, including early intervention, health care, and early learning programs.
• Collaborate with school personnel and community partners to increase access to and awareness of early childhood services.
• Promote positive home–school relationships and support kindergarten transition activities in coordination with district schools and early childhood partners.

Program Operations, Data, and Professional Growth

• Keep accurate, timely, and confidential family and program documentation in required program data systems.
• Participate in data collection, outcome measurement, and continuous quality improvement activities as required by the employer and funding partners.
• Participate in reflective supervision, staff meetings, coaching, and technical assistance.
• Complete all required Parents as Teachers model trainings, certification processes, and ongoing professional development.
• Attend Save the Children sponsored training, technical assistance opportunities, and learning communities.

Child Safeguarding Responsibilities (Save the Children)

• Complete all required Save the Children Child Safeguarding Trainings.
• Adhere to all Save the Children child safeguarding policies, codes of conduct, and reporting procedures.
• Proactively recognize, prevent, and report on child safeguarding risks and incidents in accordance with local, state, and organizational protocols.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of mandated reporting requirements and child welfare policies.
• Support a program environment that is safe, respectful, and protective for all children and families.
• Document and report safeguarding concerns accurately and promptly, collaborating with supervisors and designated safeguarding staff, as required.
• Any violation of child safeguarding policies is treated as a serious matter and may result in disciplinary action in accordance with policies.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least two years of supervised experience working with young children, families, or both, or similar related experience.
• Ability to work well with families from diverse cultural and language backgrounds.
• Commitment to equity, inclusion, and accessibility.
• Ability to build trusting, respectful relationships with families using a supportive, nonjudgmental approach.
• Effective communication, relationship-building, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage a flexible schedule, and work in homes and community settings.
• Basic computer skills, including email, online research, data entry, and virtual meetings or training.
• Ability to keep accurate records and follow privacy and data security rules.
• Reliable transportation and willingness to travel locally for home visits, meetings, and training.
• Willingness to complete required Parents as Teachers training and maintain certification.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor's degree in early childhood education, human development, social work, family studies, public health, psychology, or related fields.
• Experience providing home visiting services or working with pregnant people and families with children from birth to age five

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

MENTAL DEMANDS

• Required to deal with a wide range of student, staff and public behaviours and needs in a positive and service-oriented manner.
• May occasionally deal with distraught or difficult students or parents.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Amount of standing, sitting, walking, bending, and twisting will vary depending on the age of students and classroom assignments.
• Physical capabilities also require lifting and carrying (no more than 50 lbs.) pushing and/or pulling, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, twisting, and significant finger dexterity.
• Generally the job requires approximately 35% sitting, 35% walking, and 30% standing.
• Maintaining good hygiene is essential

• Knowledge of early childhood development, parenting practices, and family engagement.
• Experience leading parentchild groups or family education sessions.
• Proficiency in Spanish or other languages commonly spoken in the community.
• Willingness to travel regionally or nationally.

CONDITIONS

The preceding list of essential functions is not exhaustive and may be supplanted as necessary.

District employees, other than personnel in the District's Employment Services Department are not authorized to make promises of employment, promises of employment for a particular period of time, or promises of a particular level of compensation or benefits to job applicants for certified or classified positions. Any verbal or written statements to that effect by District employees other than Employment services personnel are null and void.

Mabton School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of trained guide dog or service animal. Mabton School District provides equal access to the Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, and other designated youth groups. Questions and complaints of alleged discrimination should be addressed to the following designated employee: Title IX,Sec. 504 Coordinator, and Civil Rights Compliance Officer - ; 306 North Main Street, PO BOX 37, Mabton, WA 98935.

8hours per day.

220 days

15- Days Before school 15 Days after

$24–$28 per hou

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $24 to $28 Per Year