Parent​/Child Educator-Early Head Start - Stevens

Parent/Child Educator – Early Head Start – Stevens County

Join EWU School of Business as a Parent/Child Educator (PCE) to provide high‑quality early‑childhood home‑visit services to pregnant women, infants, toddlers, and their families in Stevens County, Washington.

• Stevens County, Washington (home visits across Stevens, Pend Oreille, Ferry, and Spokane counties)

• Anticipated start:
  January 2, 2026

• Annual salary: $38,481 – $46,583 (based on qualifications, education, experience, and skills)
• Full benefits package: health, dental, life and disability insurance, retirement, paid vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, tuition waiver for eligible employees and families, gym access, and transportation vouchers.

• Plan, implement, and document 90‑minute weekly home visits using EWU Early Head Start (EHS) curriculum and materials.
• Recruit and enroll eligible families, providing at least two socialization experiences per month.
• Build and maintain respectful, collaborative relationships with parents and families, guiding individualized home‑based developmental and health experiences.
• Document services accurately and promptly in program systems, complying with federal, state, and university regulations.
• Participate in supervision, professional development, training, and multidisciplinary meetings.
• Collaborate with EHS staff, volunteers, community partners, and other providers to deliver the full range of EHS services.
• Assist families with health, safety, and nutrition advice, including referrals for medical or CPS services when necessary.
• Maintain data and documentation on each child, follow program deadlines, and communicate proactively regarding health and safety issues.
• Participate in program meetings, trainings, staffing, and community outreach. Additional duties as assigned.

• Minimum home‑based CDA credential or comparable credential, or equivalent coursework (associate’s or bachelor’s degree).
• Demonstrated competency in planning and implementing home‑based learning experiences that promote child progress across the Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework.
• Ability to build culturally responsive, trusting relationships with families.
• Experience in training, mentoring, and teamwork.
• Trauma‑informed approach with staff and families.
• Eligibility to pass all required health, background, and safety checks.

• Associate’s, bachelor’s, or master’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Human Services, or a related field.
• Team‑building and leadership skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, SharePoint) and other technology tools.

• Infant/Toddler CPR and First Aid Certificate within 30 days of hire.
• TB Test, Staff Health Exam, and Food Handler’s Permit within required time frames.
• Valid Washington State Driver’s License and private insurance; personal vehicle required for local travel.
• Three personal and three professional references; criminal background declarations; FBI and state background checks as specified.
• Compliance with EWU Immunization Policy 602‑02 (MMR proof or medical/external waiver).

EWU does not discriminate in its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, age, marital status, family status, protected veteran or military status, HIV or hepatitis C, breastfeeding status, sensory, mental or physical disability, or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal.

• Applications are open until recruitment is closed; screening will begin on November 28, 2025.
• Submit application through the EWU career portal.
• Required documents: resume, cover letter (detailing qualifications in bullet format or table), and a mission statement response.
• Preferred documents: transcript, certifications, and additional references.
• All materials will be kept confidential; references will not be contacted until candidates are notified.

• HR Contact:
  Patti Hill, phill9