Temporary Traveling Family Child Educator

OCCDA has 50+ 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: Provide services to families with infants/toddlers and pregnant women in a home base 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.

Education and Experience:

• 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; Children with disabilities, Dual language learners, Build respectful, culturally responsive, and trusting relationships with families.
• Valid WA Driver’s License

Details:

• Full-time 40hr 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

Benefits:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Retirement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off

We invite you to apply! Any questions contact Josie Bent, HR Manager at 509-826-2466 or jbent@occda.net

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.