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Parent Leadership – Male Engagement Specialist

23-24 School Year Employment Initiative

To welcome you to our agency, full-time new employees hired after January 1st, 2024, will receive a $500 Retention Incentive after staying on our team until the end of the 23-24 school year.

Must remain full-time status until the conclusion of the 23-24 school year. Not applicable to substitutes. Not to be paired with our 2023 sign on initiative.

COVID Vaccination Update

As of April 7th, 2023, we are no longer requiring our employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19, nor are we requiring weekly COVID-19 testing for unvaccinated employees.

Position Overview

The Parent Leadership/Male Engagement Specialist engages parents to become leaders, and father figures of Head Start & Early Head Start children in order to assist the family to best prepare their child(ren) for a successful entry into kindergarten and beyond. Functions are to be completed in compliance with all relevant Head Start Program Performance Standards. Responsible for understanding and utilizing the PFCE Framework to engage families and communities to achieve better outcomes for children and families.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Requirement

  • Associates degree with two years of experience and/or equivalent in training and experience preferred. High School diploma/GED required.
  • Preference in hiring to be provided to those individuals with a minimum of two years of professional experience working in an early childhood environment and/or working with families with young children.
  • Demonstrated knowledge and experience in child development and early childhood education.

Base Pay

  • $24.87 – $27.03

Hours & Location

What Staff Enjoy About The Operations Department

  • We’re all about the joy of helping families crush their goals and achieve greatness. It’s like real magic!
  • No time for boredom here! Our creative problem-solving skills and go-with-the-flow attitude make every day a thrill ride!
  • Teamwork makes the dream work! We’re all about collaboration and inclusivity, putting parent, family, and community engagement front and center in everything we do.
  • We adore our tight-knit relationships with each other and the families we serve. It’s the secret sauce that makes our hard work feel appreciated and valued.
  • You know what’s awesome? The PFCE crew gives their all in being top-notch partners, and make some incredible partnerships happen in return!
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