Early Learning Specialist

Who We Are Looking For:

Are you the Early Learning Specialist weve been looking for In this role you will have the opportunity to share your passion for helping others by supporting our Parent Child team!

First Connections is a nationally recognized evidence-based program that supports parents in fostering their childrens early language literacy and social-emotional development through home visits and community engagement. As an Early Learning Specialist you will manage a small caseload of families provide one-on-one home visits and model early learning activities that help parents prepare their children for school success within our 11-town catchment area.

The ideal candidate should reside in the communities we serve or in nearby towns including Acton Bedford Boxborough Carlisle Concord Hanscom AFB Harvard Lincoln Littleton Maynard Sudbury and Westford.

Schedule:This is a part-time position working up to 8 hours per week. You will receive a minimum of 16 hours of training prior to beginning home visits.

What Youll Do:

• Visit assigned families (typically twice per week) to model interactive activities such as reading playing and verbal engagement with children.
• Deliver age-appropriate books and toys for families to keep and coach parents on how to use them to support development.
• Model and encourage meaningful parentchild interactions that build vocabulary literacy and school readiness.
• Share information about community services and make referrals as needed.
• Complete documentation including assessments (e.g. Ages and Stages Questionnaire) and report on family progress.
• Participate in outreach events to promote ParentChild and help recruit new families.

Why JRI

• Be who you are! JRI is committed to creating a workplace built on respect collaboration and opportunity where every employee is valued and supported in making a meaningful impact.
• We offer a $2000 bilingual bonus to new hires who speak a second language other than English!
• Experience a flexible work schedule that promotes a healthy balance between personal and professional life.
• Thrive in a professional and fulfilling work environment.
• Take advantage of professional development and self-care opportunities.
• Receive mileage reimbursement for work-related travel in accordance with program guidelines.
• Enjoy the option of having summers off.
• And much more!

Requirements:

• Must be 21 years or older.
• Associates or Bachelors degree in Education Early Childhood Development or related field is preferred.
• Prior experience working with young children and families is preferred particularly in areas such as home visiting early education or community-based programs.
• Candidates with lived experience as a parent or guardian of a child are encouraged to apply.
• Strong interpersonal and motivational skills to build trusting relationships with families.
• Ability to work respectfully and effectively with families from diverse backgrounds and adapt to different home environments.
• English proficiency required; bilingual candidates (e.g. Spanish/Portuguese) strongly encouraged to apply!
• Excellent oral communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently in an unsupervised environment (within households) with potential hazards such as pets unknown individuals and unfamiliar entryways with stairs and potential obstacles.
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable.
• Computer literacy is preferred.
• A valid drivers license is required along with daily access to a registered and insured vehicle during work hours.
• Background and driving record checks will be performed.

At JRI we are committed to fostering a workplace where every team member feels valued and respected. We believe that a culture built on mutual respect collaboration and opportunity allows our staff to thrive and do their best work. By supporting one another and recognizing each persons contributions we create an environment where people can grow develop their skills and make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. JRI is an equal opportunity employer.

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