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Job Summary

Macon County Board of Education

The Parent Educator provides comprehensive home-based educational and support services to pregnant women, young children (birth to age five), and their families to promote healthy development, school readiness, and family well-being. This role focuses on strengthening parent-child relationships, enhancing parents' capacity as their child's first teacher, and supporting children's physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development. The Parent Educator conducts regular home visits, facilitates group learning experiences, and collaborates with families to establish and achieve individualized goals.

The position emphasizes a strengths-based, culturally responsive approach while connecting families to community resources and encouraging active participation in their child's education.

Reports to:

Director of Federal Programs

Classification:
Part-Time (Classified)

FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt

Work Term:

Part-Time

Full-Time Salary Range: MCBOE Salary Schedule

• High school diploma (required); associate's or bachelor's degree in early childhood education or a related field (preferred)
• At least two years of experience working with young children and families in an educational or community-based setting
• Ability to work flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends, as needed
• Reliable transportation and a valid driver's license are required
• Fingerprint clearance with the Alabama State Department of Education prior to the start date

• Conduct bi-weekly home visits with families to support child development and parenting practices
• Plan and implement a developmentally appropriate curriculum within the home environment
• Facilitate group connection experiences and family engagement activities
• Provide education, coaching, and support services to families
• Conduct developmental screenings and ongoing child assessments
• Collaborate with families to establish goals and maintain family partnership agreements
• Promote parent involvement in program activities, curriculum planning, and governance
• Educate families on child health, including medical, dental, mental health, and nutrition needs
• Provide crisis intervention, case management, and referrals to community resources
• Serve as a liaison and advocate between families and community agencies
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of all services and interactions
• Ensure confidentiality of all family records and information
• Participate in supervision, reflective practice, and ongoing professional development
• Build and maintain trusting relationships with children and families
• Provide positive guidance and support to promote safe and healthy environments
• Support transitions to preschool, kindergarten, or other services
• Organize and maintain program materials and supplies
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Superintendent of Education and/or Director of Federal Programs

• Ability to follow both oral and written directions and instructions. Ability to communicate clearly, orally, and in writing.
• Ability to effectively present information to others and respond to stakeholders. Ability to maintain the confidentiality of student matters. Ability to effectively manage time and responsibilities. Ability to be professional in appearance, attitude, and demeanor. Ability to be punctual and comply with a precise work schedule.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others. Advanced understanding and knowledge of current technology.
• Ability to utilize data management and reporting software. Ability to work independently and make sound decisions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to sit for extended periods of time. The employee must also talk, hear, stand, and walk. The employee may be required to use their hands to finger, handle, feel, and/or reach. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is required to operate a motor vehicle in the performance of duties. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.