Head Start Child and Family Educator

Our Mission: To Connect, Empower, and Transform the lives of children and families.

The Child and Family Educator (CFE) is a professional position providing support services to participating families and is their primary contact. The CFE works to empower and support families in goal setting and assists in utilizing community resources. This benefited position is classified as full-time and budgeted for 40 hours a week during the school year, with an hourly wage of $21.94 - $22.93 per hour.

Spanish/English speaking, Highly desired

* Training plan may be considered based on qualifications.

Required Education

AA degree in Human Development, Social Work, Sociology, or ECE related field.

Knowledge of

Current best practices in early childhood development and education; developmentally appropriate best practices in early childhood home visiting programs.

Available services and resources for pregnant women, children and families in the community

Principles of case management, advocacy and family dynamics.

Principles of human development and family services

Technological proficiency

Ability to

Establish consistent, stable and supportive relationships with pregnant women, children birth to three years of age and family members from varying backgrounds.

Prepare the home and classroom environments to meet the educational needs of each child.

Identify and nurture strengths, maintain objectivity and be non-judgemental.

Work cooperatively with staff members from varying backgrounds.

Demonstrate professional and effective written and verbal communication skills; receive information and feedback in an understanding manner; use good judgment.

* Interviews will begin once a qualified pool is reached.

Educational Opportunities for Children and Families ( EOCF) is an EEOC compliant employer.

For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website.

https://EOCFWAcareers.applicantpool.com/jobs/1286481-345655.html