Parenting Education Facilitator/Program Assistant - Curry County

South Coast ESD; Gold Beach (OR); On-site; USD 29,260 - 31,064; Full time

Job summary

South Coast ESD in Coos County seeks a Parenting Education Facilitator to deliver parenting education programs using evidence-based curricula and to model effective communication with parents and caregivers.

The role supports grant activities, collaborates with the Parenting Hub Manager and staff, and represents the program in the community, with occasional evenings, weekends, or virtual commitments.

Qualifications

• Ability to speak with individuals and small groups articulately.
• Ability to speak at meetings using prepared materials and spontaneously.
• Ability to provide dynamic training to diverse learners adjusting to different cultural environments.
• Understanding of the education enterprise and the mission of ESDs in Oregon.
• Demonstrated skills in critical thinking and problem solving.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise judgment, integrity, confidentiality, tact and diplomacy.
• Demonstrated ability to organize time and resources to perform multiple tasks.
• Demonstrated ability to work well with others and to provide effective leadership.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate parenting education classes using approved, evidence-based curricula.
• Model positive parenting techniques, communication, and guidance strategies.
• Implement, monitor, and report on Parenting Hub grant activities and deliverables.
• Maintain regular contact with families to support participation and engagement.
• Coordinate with Parenting Hub staff on scheduling, outreach, and logistics.
• Maintain program records, attendance and required documentation.

Skills

Public speaking

Training diverse learners

Conflict resolution

Time management

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's Degree in Human Services or related field

Job description

Job Characteristics

The Parenting Education Facilitator supports the goals of the regional Parenting Hub by implementing and delivering parenting education programs using evidence-based curriculum. This position fosters positive family engagement by modeling effective communication and guidance strategies with parents and caregivers. The facilitator plays a key role in grant-related implementation and reporting, coordinates with Parenting Hub Manager and staff, and represents the program within the community. Flexibility is essential, as the role includes a mix of direct service, logistical support, and outreach efforts, with occasional evening, weekend, or virtual commitments.

Essential Functions

• Facilitate parenting education classes using approved, evidence-based curricula.
• Model positive parenting techniques, communication, and guidance strategies.
• Implement, monitor, and report on Parenting Hub grant activities and deliverables.
• Maintain regular contact with families to support participation and engagement.
• Coordinate with Parenting Hub staff on scheduling, outreach, and logistics.
• Manage class setup and cleanup, including preparing materials and organizing meals/snacks.
• Shop for supplies and submit receipts, credit card documentation and related paperwork.
• Represent South Coast ESD and the Parenting Hub on regional committees and task forces.
• Assist in the development and dissemination of curriculum related to grant projects.
• Coordinate community involvement and engagement efforts with Parenting Hub and South Coast ESD.
• Present program goals to schools and community organizations.
• Assist in developing and reviewing program goals, policies, and procedures.
• Establish and maintain rapport with families from diverse cultural and economic backgrounds.
• Support both in-person and virtual delivery with flexibility for evenings and weekends.
• Maintain program records, attendance and required documentation.
• Comply with South Coast ESD administrative rules and board policies.
• Maintain confidentiality in accordance with professional and legal standards.
• Meet standards for competent and ethical performance as outlined in OAR 584-020-0035.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to speak with individuals and small groups in an articulate manner.
• Ability to speak at meetings and before groups in an articulate manner using prepared materials and on a spontaneous basis.
• Ability to provide dynamic training to diverse learners adjusting to different cultural environments.
• Understanding of the education enterprise and the mission of ESDs in Oregon.
• Demonstrated skills in critical thinking and problem solving.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise judgment, integrity, confidentiality, tact and diplomacy.
• Demonstrated ability to organize time and resources to perform multiple tasks.
• Demonstrated ability to work well with others and to provide effective leadership.

Education Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• Associate's Degree in Human Services, Early Childhood Education or a related field with at least two years' experience is preferred

Working Conditions

The employee works with Family Support and Early Learning Services team members under the general supervision of the Parenting Hub Manager and the Superintendent. The employee's schedule will be flexible to accommodate travel, evening meetings and deadlines, although comp time is not awarded. The employee needs to be competent in conflict resolution. The employee must be able to communicate effectively in confrontational and emotional situations involving staff, students, parents and patrons. Confidentiality is a top priority for the persons in this position.

The employee at times works under varied workloads and inflexible deadlines. Problems may arise which require immediate attention setting up conflicting priorities. Sound judgment is required to effectively prioritize these demands.

The employee must be able to lift materials, boxes or equipment weighing up to 30 pounds. The employee may need to participate with others in lifting or moving equipment weighing up to 40 pounds. The employee needs to be able to participate with one other employee in lifting students weighing up to 120 pounds, if the student's protocol permits. All lifting and transferring of students should be done in accordance with approved protocols.

Terms Of Employment

Salary: $21.24 to $22.55 hour

FTE: .9 (220 days/ 8 hours day) Flexible workweek

Location: Coos County

Union: OSEA #119- 12 month Classified

All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate an individual with a disability or disabilities.

First consideration for this position will be given to members of the OSEA #119 bargaining association.

All applicants must pass a fingerprint-based criminal history investigation.

South Coast ESD is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal and state statutes which prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, handicap or marital status.