Latino Network
Overview
Position Title:
Parent Educator Reports To:
Early Childhood Program Manager Classification:
Full-time, Non-Exempt, 1.0 FTE Compensation:
$19.30 - $20.67 DOE Organization Background
Latino Network’s mission is: Leading with love, we cultivate our staff and community as a powerful force for radical social change. We work through Latino community‑driven programs, advocacy, and service, partnering across city, county, state, and community organizations to deliver training and support, a wide range of services, and to influence policy. Benefits & Perks
Health Plans including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Alternative Care FSA - Flexible Spending Account for Medical & Dependent Care expenses 401k Plan with Match Employee Assistance Program Employer sponsored Life, AD&D, and Long-Term Disability Insurance Paid Leave (Vacation, Sick, Sabbatical) Professional development opportunities Self - Care perks Team and family events Candidate Profile
Latino Network seeks a bilingual, bi-cultural mission-driven professional with nonprofit and community experience with parent-child groups and one-on-one support for parents of young children (0-6 years old). The
Parent Educator
will lead a full range of activities for a growing program. As part of a dedicated team, the Parent Educator supports program development and implementation and works with team members to facilitate parent-child groups, build community partnerships, and empower parents. The role requires excellent communication with parents to identify and meet their goals while supporting the development of their young children. Position Summary
This role provides families with culturally specific home visits, personal instruction, and demonstrations of appropriate educational activities. It involves facilitating parent-child groups several times per month, maintaining organized files for each family to support parent goals, delivering a research-based curriculum and materials, and conducting screenings for children birth to age three (vision, hearing, language development, motor development, health, etc.). Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Support parent learning and delivery of information to families by implementing curriculum and strategies individualized for each family (e.g., Parents as Teachers, Nurturing Parenting, Assertive Engagement) Maintain a caseload of 15 families Actively recruit families to participate in the program Conduct home visits, developmental screenings, vision and hearing screenings Plan and implement parent-child groups to promote wellness, family support, and healthy child development Coordinate services with other community programs and make referrals as needed Represent Latino Network at community events supporting families and/or young children Support the philosophy and mission of Latino Network Support the Strengthening Families framework (protective factors in families’ lives) Complete required documentation for home visits, attendance, screenings, and other reports as requested Attend required early childhood trainings and participate in trainings for positive communication and related topics Enter data and documentation using Efforts to Outcomes (ETO) Comply with HIPAA and confidentiality laws Requirements, Skills, Knowledge, Education, and Experience
Minimum 2 years of education, training, and experience in culturally specific public health promotion, early childhood development, popular education, community-based adult education, and/or family engagement Demonstrated ability to work with adults and their young children in an educational setting Experience conducting home visits with low-income parents and children in a culturally responsive way preferred Bilingual and bi-literate Spanish required Bicultural proficiency: knowledge of Latinx worldview, adaptive reasoning, and problem-solving practices Strong desire to promote educational equity and social justice within early childhood context Organizational skills to meet documentation requirements Respect for diversity; ability to work cross-culturally Exhibit patience, responsibility, growth mindset, courage, empathy, flexibility, and creativity Additional Administrative and Physical Requirements
Successful completion of initial and ongoing employment screens (criminal background, vehicle record, etc.) Valid Driver’s License, reliable transportation, ability to meet participants in homes and community settings; automobile liability insurance preferred Evening and weekend availability; flexible hours with peak periods requiring longer hours Physical Demands
The role may require lifting up to 25 pounds regularly, occasional lifting up to 50 pounds, and frequent manual handling. Regular use of hands, reaching, standing, walking, sitting, and other activities are needed. Reasonable accommodations may be provided. Work Environment
Fast-paced, multi-site environment with on-site and remote work. Some exposure to outdoor conditions and moderate noise. Latino Network values diversity and respectful communication across beliefs and backgrounds. To Apply
If you are interested in joining us to support our mission, please submit your application, resume, and cover letter at: Careers. Latino Network is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity and inclusion. Location note: Portland, OR
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Position Title:
Parent Educator Reports To:
Early Childhood Program Manager Classification:
Full-time, Non-Exempt, 1.0 FTE Compensation:
$19.30 - $20.67 DOE Organization Background
Latino Network’s mission is: Leading with love, we cultivate our staff and community as a powerful force for radical social change. We work through Latino community‑driven programs, advocacy, and service, partnering across city, county, state, and community organizations to deliver training and support, a wide range of services, and to influence policy. Benefits & Perks
Health Plans including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Alternative Care FSA - Flexible Spending Account for Medical & Dependent Care expenses 401k Plan with Match Employee Assistance Program Employer sponsored Life, AD&D, and Long-Term Disability Insurance Paid Leave (Vacation, Sick, Sabbatical) Professional development opportunities Self - Care perks Team and family events Candidate Profile
Latino Network seeks a bilingual, bi-cultural mission-driven professional with nonprofit and community experience with parent-child groups and one-on-one support for parents of young children (0-6 years old). The
Parent Educator
will lead a full range of activities for a growing program. As part of a dedicated team, the Parent Educator supports program development and implementation and works with team members to facilitate parent-child groups, build community partnerships, and empower parents. The role requires excellent communication with parents to identify and meet their goals while supporting the development of their young children. Position Summary
This role provides families with culturally specific home visits, personal instruction, and demonstrations of appropriate educational activities. It involves facilitating parent-child groups several times per month, maintaining organized files for each family to support parent goals, delivering a research-based curriculum and materials, and conducting screenings for children birth to age three (vision, hearing, language development, motor development, health, etc.). Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Support parent learning and delivery of information to families by implementing curriculum and strategies individualized for each family (e.g., Parents as Teachers, Nurturing Parenting, Assertive Engagement) Maintain a caseload of 15 families Actively recruit families to participate in the program Conduct home visits, developmental screenings, vision and hearing screenings Plan and implement parent-child groups to promote wellness, family support, and healthy child development Coordinate services with other community programs and make referrals as needed Represent Latino Network at community events supporting families and/or young children Support the philosophy and mission of Latino Network Support the Strengthening Families framework (protective factors in families’ lives) Complete required documentation for home visits, attendance, screenings, and other reports as requested Attend required early childhood trainings and participate in trainings for positive communication and related topics Enter data and documentation using Efforts to Outcomes (ETO) Comply with HIPAA and confidentiality laws Requirements, Skills, Knowledge, Education, and Experience
Minimum 2 years of education, training, and experience in culturally specific public health promotion, early childhood development, popular education, community-based adult education, and/or family engagement Demonstrated ability to work with adults and their young children in an educational setting Experience conducting home visits with low-income parents and children in a culturally responsive way preferred Bilingual and bi-literate Spanish required Bicultural proficiency: knowledge of Latinx worldview, adaptive reasoning, and problem-solving practices Strong desire to promote educational equity and social justice within early childhood context Organizational skills to meet documentation requirements Respect for diversity; ability to work cross-culturally Exhibit patience, responsibility, growth mindset, courage, empathy, flexibility, and creativity Additional Administrative and Physical Requirements
Successful completion of initial and ongoing employment screens (criminal background, vehicle record, etc.) Valid Driver’s License, reliable transportation, ability to meet participants in homes and community settings; automobile liability insurance preferred Evening and weekend availability; flexible hours with peak periods requiring longer hours Physical Demands
The role may require lifting up to 25 pounds regularly, occasional lifting up to 50 pounds, and frequent manual handling. Regular use of hands, reaching, standing, walking, sitting, and other activities are needed. Reasonable accommodations may be provided. Work Environment
Fast-paced, multi-site environment with on-site and remote work. Some exposure to outdoor conditions and moderate noise. Latino Network values diversity and respectful communication across beliefs and backgrounds. To Apply
If you are interested in joining us to support our mission, please submit your application, resume, and cover letter at: Careers. Latino Network is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity and inclusion. Location note: Portland, OR
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