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United Way of El Paso County is committed to improving lives and creating 
opportunities for all people in our community. Through collaboration, advocacy, and 
direct services, we work to eliminate inequities and support families across education, 
health, basic needs, and financial stability. 
 
POSITION: Parents as Teachers Parent Educator 
 
REPORTS TO: Director of Early Childhood Initiatives 
 
PURPOSE: The Parent Educator plays a vital role in advancing United Way of 

El Paso County’s mission, vision, and Education Community Impact 
goals by delivering effective family home visitation programs. This 
position is responsible for implementing the Parents as Teachers 
evidence-based early childhood home visitation framework—
supporting strong communities, thriving families, and children who 
are healthy, safe, and ready to learn. 

 
MAJOR DUTIES &amp; RESPONSIBILITIES 
The role of the Parent Educator is to will deliver the evidence-based Parents as 
Teachers (PAT) curriculum to families through regular in-home visits. The Parent 
Educator will support parents in fostering their child’s development, conduct 
assessments, connect families with resources, and build strong relationships within the 
community. 
 
Responsibilities: 

ï· Conduct 30–40 home visits per month to families with young children; 

ï· Use the PAT curriculum to promote child development, school readiness, and 
parenting support; 

ï· Facilitate family group sessions and community-based events; 

ï· Conduct developmental screenings and family assessments; 

ï· Maintain accurate and timely records in Visit Tracker (PAT) database; 

ï· Recruit new families through outreach and community presentations; 

ï· Participate in ongoing professional development (minimum 20 hours/year); 

ï· Collaborate with community partners and other United Way programs. 
 

Administrative Compliance for Parents as Teachers: 

ï· Enter and maintain up-to-date client data in electronic system: Visit Tracker 
(PAT) ; 

ï· Keep accurate and complete family case files in compliance with program and 
grant requirements; 


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ï· Submit daily timesheets, weekly/monthly staff reports, and mileage/expense 
reports by established deadlines; 

ï· Participate in monthly supervision sessions (both reflective and 
administrative); 

ï· Recruit new families to maintain a full caseload through community outreach 
and presentations; 

ï· Solicit donations and secure incentives to support and engage participating 
families. 

 
Professional Development: 

ï· Complete a minimum of 20 hours of professional development annually to 
maintain certification through the Parents as Teachers national office. 

ï· Attend all required trainings, including: 
o PAT Foundational &amp; Model Implementation 
o Core Curriculum 
o Technology System 
o Ages and Stages Questionnaire (ASQ) 
o Life Skills Progression (LSP) 
o Parenting Interaction and Children: Checklist of Observations Linked to 

Outcomes (PICCOLO) 
o Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) 
o Cultural Competency 
o Trauma Informed Care 
o Health Screening Procedures 
o Other training as recommended to support growth and capacity 

building. 
 
Relationships: 
The primary relationship of the Parent Educator is with the families enrolled in the 
Parents as Teachers program. In addition, the role involves building and maintaining 
strong, collaborative relationships with a diverse range of external stakeholders, 
including: 

ï· Host sites and educational institutions; 
ï· Community groups and neighborhood associations; 
ï· Non-profit and government agencies; 
ï· Faith-based organizations and foundations; 

Internally, the Parent Educator will work closely with staff across departments to ensure 
program alignment and mission-driven collaboration. 
 
UNITED WAY PROFESSIONAL CORE COMPETENCIES: 
All United Way team members are expected to demonstrate the following core 
competencies that reflect our values, drive our mission, and support our impact in the 
community: 

ï· Mission-Focused 
Committed to improving lives and creating opportunities for all individuals and 


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families in our region. This commitment guides decisions, motivates 
performance, and drives long-term community change. 

ï· Relationship-Oriented 
Builds and nurtures strong, trusting relationships with families, partners, 
coworkers, and community stakeholders. Understands that collaboration is 
essential to achieving shared goals. 

ï· Equity-Driven 
Prioritizes equity in every aspect of work. Recognizes and addresses systemic 
barriers to opportunity and strives to create inclusive solutions that reflect the 
diverse populations we serve. 

ï· Collaborative Leader 
Works well across departments and sectors to align resources, people, and 
ideas. Supports a team-oriented culture and actively engages in partnerships that 
strengthen our impact. 

ï· Results-Oriented 
Focuses on data-informed decision-making, continuous improvement, and 
accountability. Measures outcomes to ensure effectiveness, growth, and long-
term success. 

ï· Community Stewardship 
Upholds the integrity and reputation of United Way of El Paso County by serving 
as a responsible, transparent, and ethical representative of our organization and 
mission. 

 
SKILLS AND DEMONSTRATED ABILITIES: 
The ideal candidate will bring a strong combination of technical and interpersonal skills, 
including: 

ï· Strong leadership, verbal and written communication, and presentation skills 
ï· Excellent interpersonal abilities to engage effectively with diverse families and 

community partners; 
ï· Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.); 
ï· Ability to effectively manage and prioritize multiple projects in a dynamic work 

environment; 
ï· Strong organizational, time management and record-keeping skills. 

 
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES: 

ï· Collaborative and works well with others across diverse settings; 
ï· Adaptable and thrives in a dynamic, innovative, and evolving environment; 
ï· Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to accuracy, quality, and follow-

through. 
 

QUALIFICATIONS | KNOWLEDGE, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: 
Required: 

ï· Bachelor’s Degree or a minimum of 3-5 years of experience in early childhood 
education, parent education, social work, and/or in health or human services. 

ï· Fluency in both English and Spanish 


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ï· Valid driver’s license, current auto insurance, and daily access to a reliable 
vehicle. 

ï· Ability to pass a background check. 
ï· Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including occasional early mornings, 

evenings, and weekends. 
 

Preferred Personal Attributes: 
ï· High level of integrity, professionalism, and tact; 
ï· Strong sense of accountability; 
ï· Positive attitude with a sense of humor. 

 
Physical &amp; Work Environment Requirements: 

ï· Regularly required to sit, talk, and listen; 
ï· Frequent keyboard use with wrist and finger movement; 
ï· Prolonged screen time (computer monitor); 
ï· Occasionally lift and carry items up to 25 pounds; 
ï· Reasonable accommodations will be made for individuals with disabilities. 

 
 
 
JOB CLASSIFICATION: 
 
Position: Full-Time, Non-Exempt Salary: $36,790 annually 
Benefits: Competitive benefits package including Health, Dental, Life Insurance, and 
Retirement contributions. 
An 18-month commitment is required for this position.

United Way of El Paso County

Parent Educator

We Love What Makes You UniqueYour perspective fuels our mission-driven work at United Way of Greater New Haven. Consistent with our&nbsp;<a href="https://uwgnh.org/sites/uwgnh/files/2024-03/UWGNH%20Our%20Values%202024-website.pdf" target="_blank">organizational values,</a> we are committed to building a team that is inclusive across race, gender, age, religion, identity, and lived experience and believe that diverse perspectives are fundamental to the work we do.Who We Are Looking For&nbsp;Are you passionate about improving early childhood education through coaching, monitoring, and collaboration? United Way of Greater New Haven is seeking an Early Start CT Liaison to support the implementation of Early Start CT by conducting site visits, ensuring program compliance, and providing training and technical assistance to funded providers. This role plays a key part in helping programs meet high standards and access the resources they need for continuous improvement. If you're committed to equity, cultural responsiveness, and strengthening early childhood systems, we’d love to hear from you.KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY&nbsp;<ul><li>Site Visits &amp; Monitoring:&nbsp;Conduct regular program visits and classroom observations; review documentation to ensure compliance with Early Start CT standards.</li></ul><ul><li>Training &amp; Technical Assistance:&nbsp;Provide coaching and connect programs with relevant resources; coordinate professional development opportunities tailored to provider needs.</li></ul><ul><li>Data &amp; Reporting:&nbsp;Collect and maintain program data; support compliance and impact reporting for the Office of Early Childhood (OEC) and United Way of Greater New Haven.</li></ul><ul><li>Cross-Team Collaboration:&nbsp;Work closely with other members of the Education team to integrate family and provider perspectives into program improvement efforts.</li></ul>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:&nbsp;<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education or a related field (Master’s preferred)</li><li>3–5 years of experience in early childhood settings (teaching, coaching, or program management)</li><li>Familiarity with classroom observation tools such as CLASS or ECERS (strongly preferred)</li><li>Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred</li><li>Strong communication and organizational skills</li><li>Commitment to equity, cultural responsiveness, and continuous improvement</li><li>Proficiency with Microsoft products including Word, Excel, and other Office 365 applications</li><li>Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required.&nbsp;</li></ul>DESIRED KNOWLEDGE &amp; SKILLS:  &nbsp;  &nbsp;<ul><li>Experience delivering coaching or technical assistance to early childhood providers</li><li>Ability to build trusting relationships with diverse stakeholders</li><li>Comfort navigating compliance standards and documentation</li><li>Strong analytical skills and attention to detail</li><li>Flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic, collaborative work environment</li><li>Demonstrated comfort in learning new software/ online tools as needed.</li><li>Ability to work with diverse staff and volunteers.</li><li>Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and dedication to the mission of UWGNH.&nbsp;</li></ul>JOB RELATIONSHIPS WITH:&nbsp;Early Start CT Director, other members of the UWGNH Education Team, community partners, early childhood providersSUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:None WORKING CONDITIONS:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;  &nbsp;<ul><li>Normal office environment with little exposure to dust, noise, or temperature.</li><li>Hybrid position, expected to work 2 days/week in our New Haven office</li><li>Ability to lift up to 20 pounds.</li><li>Extended viewing of computer monitor. &nbsp;</li><li>Regular local travel to program sites and events within the region.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Regular evening and some weekend responsibilities. &nbsp;</li></ul>SALARY RANGE:&nbsp;$60,000-$70,000 annual salary plus competitive benefits packageIn accordance with organizational policies, this position requires a criminal background check as a condition of employment.About United WayUnited Way of Greater New Haven brings people and organizations together to create solutions to Greater New Haven’s most pressing challenges in the areas of Education, Health, and Financial Stability grounded in racial and social justice. We tackle issues that cannot be solved by any one group working alone. We operate according to these organizational values.United Way is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Don’t check off every box in the requirements listed above? Please apply anyway! Studies have shown that marginalized communities - such as women, LGBTQ+ and people of color - are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. United Way of Greater New Haven is dedicated to building an inclusive, diverse, equitable, and accessible workplace that fosters a sense of belonging – so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to still consider submitting an application. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings!To Apply: Please submit your cover letter and resume at&nbsp;<a href="https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/All/167c50cc-4a19-4ab3-aeeb-d331d725e19e/United-Way-Of-Greater-New-Haven-Inc" target="_blank">United Way of Greater New Haven Inc - Job Opportunities</a>

The United Way Of Greater New Haven

Early Start CT Liaison

We Love What Makes You UniqueYour perspective fuels our mission-driven work at United Way of Greater New Haven. Consistent with our&nbsp;<a href="https://uwgnh.org/sites/uwgnh/files/2024-03/UWGNH%20Our%20Values%202024-website.pdf" target="_blank">organizational values</a>, we are committed to building a team that is inclusive across race, gender, age, religion, identity, and lived experience and believe that diverse perspectives are fundamental to the work we do.Who We Are Looking For&nbsp;Are you passionate about building equitable systems that support children and families from birth through college? United Way of Greater New Haven (UWGNH) is seeking a Director of Education Initiatives to lead our work across the early childhood and school-age youth continuum. This strategic role provides leadership for whole-child initiatives, builds strong collaboratives with community partners, and ensures measurable impact through grantmaking, engagement, and program oversight. The ideal candidate is a relationship-builder, systems thinker, and equity champion who thrives in dynamic, community-centered environments.KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITYLead Early Childhood &amp; Youth Initiatives: Shape and implement a variety of birth-to-college strategies; partner with schools, providers, nonprofits, and funders to strengthen outcomes; elevate family and youth voices; oversee Secure Start Initiative.Build &amp; Strengthen Collaboratives and Partnerships:&nbsp;Convene coalitions and working groups; cultivate relationships with organizations, leaders, and caregivers; represent UWGNH at events and forums; collaborate on outreach strategies to increase visibility.Grantmaking, Reporting, &amp; Resource Development:&nbsp;Manage RFPs and contracts; conduct site visits and gather impact stories; support fundraising efforts; ensure timely and effective grant reporting.Organizational Leadership &amp; Cross-Team Collaboration:&nbsp;Contribute to UWGNH’s Education and Community Impact teams; share insights and best practices; foster a culture of equity and collaboration; support special projects as needed.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred or equivalent experience</li><li>Minimum 7 years of experience in nonprofit, education, youth development, or early childhood initiatives</li><li>Demonstrated success leading complex community collaborations and partnerships</li><li>Strong written and oral communication skills</li><li>Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment</li><li>Skilled in relationship-building across diverse communities</li><li>Proficiency with Microsoft products including Word, Excel, and other Office 365 applications</li><li>Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required.&nbsp;</li></ul>DESIRED KNOWLEDGE &amp; SKILLS:  <ul><li>Experience with grantmaking, program evaluation, and impact storytelling</li><li>Comfort navigating cloud-based systems and collaborative platforms</li><li>Strategic thinking and ability to align initiatives with broader community goals</li><li>Demonstrated comfort in learning new software/online tools as needed</li><li>Ability to work with diverse staff and volunteers</li><li>Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and dedication to the mission of UWGNH</li></ul>JOB RELATIONSHIPS WITH:&nbsp;<ul><li>Vice President of Education</li><li>Secure Start Consultant&nbsp;</li><li>Early childhood providers, school leaders, nonprofit partners, city officials, and funders</li><li>UWGNH Education and Community Impact teams</li><li>Marketing &amp; Engagement, Resource Development, and Finance teams</li><li>Families, youth, and community leaders</li></ul>SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:None WORKING CONDITIONS:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;  &nbsp;<ul><li>Normal office environment with little exposure to dust, noise, or temperature.</li><li>Hybrid position, expected to work 2 days/week in our New Haven office</li><li>Ability to lift up to 20 pounds.</li><li>Extended viewing of computer monitor. &nbsp;</li><li>Minimal local travel to events within the region.  &nbsp;</li><li>Regular evening and some weekend responsibilities. &nbsp;</li></ul>SALARY RANGE:&nbsp;$70,000-$80,000 annual salary plus competitive benefits packageIn accordance with organizational policies, this position requires a criminal background check as a condition of employment.About United WayUnited Way of Greater New Haven brings people and organizations together to create solutions to Greater New Haven’s most pressing challenges in the areas of Education, Health, and Financial Stability grounded in racial and social justice. We tackle issues that cannot be solved by any one group working alone. We operate according to these organizational values.United Way is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Don’t check off every box in the requirements listed above? Please apply anyway! Studies have shown that marginalized communities - such as women, LGBTQ+ and people of color - are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. United Way of Greater New Haven is dedicated to building an inclusive, diverse, equitable, and accessible workplace that fosters a sense of belonging – so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to still consider submitting an application. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings!To Apply: Please submit your cover letter and resume at&nbsp;<a href="https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/All/167c50cc-4a19-4ab3-aeeb-d331d725e19e/United-Way-Of-Greater-New-Haven-Inc" target="_blank">United Way of Greater New Haven Inc - Job Opportunities</a>&nbsp;

Director of Education Initiatives

Title: Family Advocate Immediate&nbsp;Supervisor: Director of Early Childhood Family Services&nbsp;Staff Supervised: None&nbsp;Job Classification: Non-Exempt, Full TimeOrganization Overview: United Way of Acadiana is committed to serving Acadia, Iberia, Lafayette, St. Martin, Iberia, and Vermilion parishes. United Way fights for the health, education, and financial stability of every person in our community. Our mission: to unite people and organizations with passion, expertise, and resources to create more opportunities for a better life. Our vision: an educated, prosperous, and safe Acadiana where all individuals and families are empowered to achieve their full potential. Basic Job Summary The Family Advocate is responsible for working with United Way Learning Centers (UW-ELC) by engaging parents and family members in the Head Start program. The family advocate engages families of enrolled children in activities and services that support parents as their children’s primary nurturers, experts, and teachers, to promote and sustain children’s learning and development. &nbsp;Duties and Responsibilities:&nbsp;Relationship-building and Collaboration with Families • The family advocate will use relationship-based practices as defined in the Relationship-based Competencies to: o Develop relationships with parents by learning about their histories, goals, and dreams. o Engage in respectful, ongoing, two-way communication with parents. o Collaborate with families in a family partnership process as defined in the Performance Standards, to support the families’ identified needs, interests, strengths, and goals; jointly monitor progress toward families’ goals. o Jointly monitor progress toward families’ goals. o Conduct in-person or virtual home visits. o Maintain ongoing contact with families, according to the program’s policies and procedures. Eligibility, Recruitment, Selection, Enrollment, and Attendance (ERSEA), if applicable to the position • Support recruitment and enrollment of children and families, including children with disabilities, children and families experiencing homelessness, and other priority populations identified by the program in their community assessment and in the Performance Standards. • Engage in recruitment efforts to increase interest in the program and to assist in building a waitlist or fill vacancies within 30 days. • Maintain child attendance records; communicate with families and teaching staff about attendance; provide support for attendance challenges. Community Partnerships and Engagement • Identify and develop ongoing collaborative relationships with community partners to help support family access to community resources. • Provide community resource information to families while tailoring information in response to each family’s goals and needs. Transitions • Assist families with transitional activities as defined in the Performance Standards: o Into the Head Start program. o Within the program (e.g., from an Early Head Start classroom to a Head Start Preschool classroom or from Year 1 to Year 2). o From the Head Start program to other educational settings. Recordkeeping and Data-informed Services • Document and track child and parent information in the program’s data management system, including but not limited to case notes, health data, enrollment data, and program information data to support family and program goals. • Maintain policies, guidelines, and expectations to protect the confidentiality and privacy of families’ data. Professional Growth • Participate in training events, staff meetings, and ongoing professional development opportunities to learn about the role and develop the skills needed to work effectively with children and families. • Participate in reflective supervision, reflective practice, and peer-to-peer learning groups. Education • Associate or bachelor’s degree in social work, human services, family services, counseling, or a related field. • Placing a high priority on customer relationships. • Assessing and analyzing information and technology needs. • Identifying and implementing strategies for effective management of donor/financial information. • Efficiently and accurately capturing donor/gift information. • Balance promoting United Way and collecting key donor/investor information. • Good oral and written communication skills.&nbsp;Experiences • Minimum of three to five years’ experience working with children and families • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present complex data in a clear and accessible manner. • Passion for the work United Way of Acadiana is committed to doing in the community.&nbsp;Requirements Before Hire • Proof and maintenance of a valid driver’s license • Proof and maintenance of vehicle insurance • Must pass a Louisiana State Police Background Check • Must complete employment health screening and TB testing

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