Early Childhood Family Education Teacher (ECFE) - Parent Educator

Early Childhood Family Education Teacher (ECFE) Parent Educator

Burnsville-Eagan-Savage District 191 is a future-forward school district committed to removing barriers and forging unique pathways for learning and enrichment for all students. We create engaging programs, services and opportunities that encourage self discovery and preparedness, inspiring the pursuit of life-long learning and exploration. One91 is a place where staff members are valued and can make an impact. We're looking for candidates with an innovative, creative approach to education that will spark wonder and curiosity in our learners. We want relationship-builders who are dedicated and passionate about making a difference for our students and community.

Position Overview: Early Childhood Family Education Teacher (ECFE) Parent Educator

Hours/Day: 1.0 FTE

Days/Year: 184

Compensation & Benefits: Burnsville Education Association

Primary Responsibilities:

• Under the direction of the Early Childhood Programs Coordinator, the parent educator ECFE teacher is responsible for the development, planning, and implementation of ECFE classes.
• The parent educator teacher will provide Early Childhood and Family Education programs and services for children birth to pre-kindergarten.
• The Early Childhood parent educator teacher will support a continuum of programs to support the healthy growth and development of students and families through successful collaboration within the district and the community as a whole, including the planning and implementation of parent/child interaction programming.

ECFE parent educator teacher essential duties and responsibilities include:

• Understanding of ECFE goals, objectives and philosophy
• Knowledge of trends, curriculum models, resources and methods in the field
• Work cooperatively with program and administrative staff, program coordinator, and peers in the planning, development, implementation and evaluation of the program
• Prepare and implement developmentally appropriate instruction for all classes
• Attend all scheduled staff meetings, professional development, planning sessions, courses, conferences, etc.
• Develop knowledge about community agencies and services and assist families in finding appropriate resources
• Assist and support ECFE public relation events, including the planning and implementation of special event activities
• Support colleagues in all phases of the program by conferring on a regular basis
• Actively encourage and embrace each member of the school community
• Continually work to understand your own assumptions and biases and how they impact the learning environment
• Work cooperatively with program and administrative staff, program coordinator, and peers in the planning, development, implementation and evaluation of the program
• Assist and support home visits

Education and License Requirements:

• B.A. or B. S. degree (Background of professional study in Early Childhood Education, Family Life Education or Child Development preferred)
• Teaching License (Parent Educator License Preferred)
• Master's degree (Education preferred)

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A diverse workforce fuels innovation and allows us to better understand, communicate with, and educate our students. District One91 will not deny anyone the opportunity for training or employment because of sex, race, religion, color, creed, national origin, marital status, age, sexual preference, disability, or status with regard to public assistance. Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications as described in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of our qualifications described.