Family Child Educator

Overview

Traveling Family Child Educator or OCCDA has 60+ year legacy as an early learning program that strives to make a difference in our community by supporting children and families. We work to promote family success and improve kindergarten readiness for children. As a staff member you will have opportunities to grow as an individual and professionally and support our philosophy of parents as the primary educator of their children.

About the position: We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Family Child Educator to temporarily cover caseloads as needed. In this role you will provide services to families with infants/toddlers and pregnant women in a home-based setting. These services include visits with the child's parents, primarily in the child's home as well as group socialization opportunities in a classroom. You will focus on parent-child interactions as means to promote positive parenting behaviors, provide research-based information around developmental topics, and focus on family well-being to promote healthy family functioning.

• Conduct home visits weekly with families to support early learning and healthy development of children
• Provide information and guidance on parenting, child development, and family well-being that supports parents and the families
• Facilitate parent-child interactions that promote nurturing, responsive caregiving of their own children
• Plan and lead monthly group socialization experiences to encourage peer interaction and community building
• Collaborate with enrolled families to choose and set individual goals and connect them to community resources
• Maintain accurate documentation daily and comply with program standards and policies
• Travel regularly to family homes and to professional development training within the service area. Company car is often provided

• High School diploma or GED required
• CDA credential (Home Base) OR comparable credential, or equivalent coursework as part of an associate’s or bachelor's degree
• One year professional experience working with infants, toddlers and families to demonstrate and ensure effective implementation of the home visiting curriculum and promote children's progress in the following areas: children with disabilities, dual language learners, build respectful, culturally responsive, and trusting relationships with families
• Valid WA Driver’s License

• Full-time 40 hours per week
• 48 Weeks per year (one week off at spring break and two at winter break)
• Wage: $21.35 per hour for qualified applicant
• Access to continuing education
• Regular access to a team, who will support you in all aspects of your duties

• Employer-Assisted Medical Coverage
• Employer-Assisted Dental Coverage
• $50,000 Employer Paid Life Insurance
• 401k Employer Match
• Longevity Pay
• 13 Paid Holidays and PTO
• Employee Assistance Program

We invite you to apply! Any questions contact HR at  or call

In accordance with federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including gender identity and sexual orientation), disability, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity.

Job closing 10/20/2025