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The George & Betsy Sherman Center
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| Position Overview: |
In partnership with The Family League of Baltimore and community leaders, the George & Betsy Sherman Center is implementing the Home Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters (HIPPY) program to promote family engagement and early learning in the Cherry Hill and Curtis Bay communities in Baltimore City.
The Parent Educator will work alongside the Program Coordinator to conduct weekly 1:1 visits with enrolled caregivers to deliver the HIPPY US curriculum using a role-play model. The Parent Educator will be responsible for collaborating with program staff to provide family engagement opportunities, connect families to the school community, and work with community organizations to provide wrap-around services to families. They serve as the liaison among families, schools, the community, UMBC, and the Family League of Baltimore.
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| Why Work at UMBC? |
UMBC offers competitive compensation. This role starts at $19.33/hour and has 14 days of vacation as well as winter break, spring break, and personal days for regular full time roles. Tuition remission is also available.
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| Responsibilities: |
- Conduct weekly home visits with approximately 10 - 15 families with children ages 2-4 years old.
- Collaborate with key stakeholders to plan and implement family engagement sessions, activities, and community events.
- Support early childhood initiatives in the George & Betsy Sherman Center, local schools, and partner organizations.
- Maintain detailed logs and records according to programmatic requirements.
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| Required Qualifications |
- High School Diploma or GED
Note: Except for qualifications established by law, additional related experience and formal education in which one has gained the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for full performance of the work of the job class may be substituted for the education or experience requirement on a year-for-year basis with 30 college credits being equivalent to one year of experience.
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| Preferred Qualifications: |
Education: Coursework in Early Childhood Education and/or Family Services or a related field
- 1 program year (30 weeks) working with HIPPY US in at least a part time capacity.
- 1-2 years’ experience working with children and families birth to 5.
- 1-2 years collaborating/working with community organizations.
- Experience working with South Baltimore communities
- Experience working with adults in an educational setting
- Early Childhood Education course credits
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| Background Screening Statement: |
A background check will be required.
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| Special Instructions to Applicants: |
Upload a cover letter and a resume.
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| Closing Date: |
Open Until Filled |
| Benefits: |
UMBC offers a rich benefits package including the following for nonexempt regular employees.
Generous Leave which includes accruing the following for full time positions:
- 14 Days of Annual Leave (increases with years of service)
- 15 Days of Sick Leave
- 15 Holidays
- 3 Personal Days
Tuition Remission:
- 8 credit hours per semester
- Tuition remission at UMBC for eligible dependents after two years of FT employment
Additional Benefits:
- Life and disability insurance
- Retirement/Pension plan
- Professional development opportunities
- Wellness opportunities
- & Much more
Contingent II positions may include benefits.
Benefits offered align with type (Regular, Contingent II, etc.) of position.
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| Salary: |
Pay Range $19.33/hour - $22.71/hour based on the University System of Maryland (USM) Pay Program.
The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, Memorandum of Understanding, USM Board of Regent policies, internal equity, budget and qualifications and experience. Most salary offers will be close to the minimum part of the range.
The above salary range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
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| Hours: |
Full-time |
| Type: |
Contractual |
| Additional Information: |
This position is grant funded wherein employment is contingent upon the renewal of the grant. |
| FLSA Status: |
Nonexempt |
| Equal Opportunity Statement: |
UMBC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications from women, minority group members, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. |
| Title IX: |
As an institution that receives federal financial assistance, UMBC adheres to Title IX and does not discriminate on the basis of sex. For more information about Title IX and contact information for Title IX Coordinator click here. |
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Accommodation:
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If you require a reasonable accommodation for a disability for any part of the employment process, please contact the Human Resources Department at 410-455-2337 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.
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| Work Authorization |
As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present acceptable documentation upon hire showing your identity and that you are a U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work. |