Early Childhood Home Visiting Educator

Job title: Early Childhood Home Visiting Educator in Logan, UT at Utah State University

Company: Utah State University

Job description: OverviewIncumbents of the Early Childhood Home Visiting Educator position provide parent education, developmental education, and family education regarding family well-being. Additionally, they provide services in the home and community setting in accordance with specific program guidelines and outcomes. Incumbents will acquire and work in accordance with specified Early Childhood Certifications relevant to the program. This position reports to the Program Coordinator and does not have any supervisory responsibilities.Responsibilities

• Provide families with the necessary knowledge and tools to enhance their child’s growth, development, and family well-being.
• Educate families about parent rights, inform parents of IDEA Part C & IDEA Part B programs, and other Early Childhood Partner and Community Programs.
• Educate families on community resources and Early Childhood Programs.
• Provide early screening detection of developmental delays and connect families with appropriate services.
• Conduct parent interviews, gathering history, concerns, and goals specific to the program, family concerns, and desires.
• Coordinate and administer evaluations for children or families; facilitate and/or participate in the determination of program eligibility.
• Provide individual instruction to parents to assist the family in understanding their child’s development or diagnosis and other instructional and developmental needs.
• Educate parents on early childhood development and positive parenting practices.
• Provide evidence-based specialized instruction to children and/or parents related to: a) developmentally appropriate transition classroom services for children, b) home and community group instructional services for children and families.
• Develop strategies to build on family concerns, priorities, and resources.
• Review and monitor child and family files for compliance and completeness; maintain appropriate complete data.
• Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

QualificationsMinimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in special education, psychology, human development and family studies, social work, early childhood development, or other related degree (or enrolled and nearing completion of a related Bachelor’s degree with early childhood experience).
• Minimum one to two years working with children between the ages of 0-5 years.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certified in Parents as Teachers curriculum Foundations 1 and 2.
• Experience implementing Parents as Teachers curriculum in the home setting.
• Two years working with children between the ages of 0-5 years.
• Fluent in speaking, reading, and writing in Spanish.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of infant and child development.
• Ability to interpret and integrate assessment information needed to develop individualized plans.
• Ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports.
• Knowledge of teaching methods, curriculum, and education programs designed for families with children with and without disabilities.
• Ability to make administrative and procedural decisions on sensitive and/or confidential issues.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse populations.
• Ability to team with other staff members.
• Ability to acquire necessary certification specific to program needs.

Required DocumentsAlong with the online application, please attach: * Resume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV”.

• Cover letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application.

**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**Advertised SalaryCommensurate with experienceADAEmployees work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not necessarily occasional temperature changes. This position requires moderate physical activity, including the handling of lightweight objects up to 20 pounds and/or standing or walking more than four hours per day. Employees often bend, stoop, kneel, and/or crawl, and often use repetitive hand motions. Incumbents almost constantly listen, hear, and talk.College/Department HighlightsThe Institute for Disability Research, Policy & Practice (IDRPP) is Utah’s federally designated University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCEDD). The IDRPP opened its doors in 1972 and was the first UCEDD program in the U.S. to focus on the educational and social needs of children and adults with disabilities. Over the past 50 years the IDRPP has grown into one of the largest UCEDD programs in the nation and is recognized as a pioneer in research, training, technical assistance, and services for children and adults with disabilities, their families, and the professionals who serve them.The IDRPP is committed to hiring people with disabilities, veterans, and diverse individuals from all communities and backgrounds. We value visible and invisible differences, and we recognize that diversity makes us stronger. We welcome applicants who bring something different and unique to our organization. We value creativity, loyalty, and hard work. We believe that we can change the world and make it a better, more inclusive place for everyone, and we want to hire people who also believe that they can make a difference.Mission:We are working together to create inclusive communities and improve the lives of children and adults with disabilities and their families through sustainable innovation, collaborative research, responsive service, and interdisciplinary training and education.Values:We Innovate: We lead by developing dynamic, sustainable, forward-thinking programs and services.We Include: We demonstrate how to effectively work toward inclusive communities in our planning, programs, and services. We celebrate diversity in ability, race, ethnicity, culture, language, gender, sexual orientation, politics, and religion.We Collaborate: We forge partnerships. Working together makes us more effective and responsive to the current needs of our clients and communities.We Care: We do what we do because we care. We are making the world a better place for people with disabilities and their families.Funding StatementThe Institute for Disability Research, Policy, & Practice is one of the largest research and outreach centers at USU, and we are largely funded through grants, contracts, and fee-for-service programs. All staff positions at the IDRPP are contingent upon funding, and all senior staff at the IDRPP with graduate degrees are responsible for helping to generate funding to support our operations and growth.College HighlightsThe Emma Eccles Jones College of Education and Human Services is home to eight departments and is committed to providing the best learning opportunities and educational research in the state of Utah. Our programs are strengthened by an on-campus elementary laboratory school and five stand-alone centers, including the Sorenson Legacy Foundation Center for Clinical Excellence. The college offers clinical services to the community across the human lifespan and provides students with real-world service and research opportunities.University HighlightsFounded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah’s premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local, regional, and global communities. USU prepares students to be active, civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a high-quality and affordable education, USU remains a leader in research, discovery, and public impact.USU enrolls 28,900 students, both online and in person at Utah State’s 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional statewide campuses, along with education centers serving every county. USU Online educates students from all 50 states and 55 countries. For over 25 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns in all of Utah’s counties.Competing at the NCAA Division I level, USU is a proud member of the Mountain West Conference and will join the Pac-12 Conference beginning in the 2026-2027 season. ’ long-standing tradition of athletic and academic excellence is exemplified by conference championships in multiple sports, reflecting USU's commitment to perseverance and achievement.Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected, valued, and supported. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Forbes recognized our commitment to employees when they named in 2023. about USU.The university provides a to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university’s ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at (435) 797-0122 or .*updated 02/2025Notice of Non-discriminationIn its programs and activities, including in admissions and employment, Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state, or local law.The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USU’s non-discrimination policies:Executive Director of the Office of Equity Matthew Pinner, , Distance Education Rm. 401, 435-797-1266Title IX Coordinator Cody Carmichael, , Distance Education Rm. 404, 435-797-1266Mailing address: 5100 Old Main Hill, Logan, UT 84322For further information regarding non-discrimination, please visit , or contact:U.S. Department of Education, Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 800-421-3481,*updated 09/2023

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