Parent Educator

About Us

At Child Development Resources (CDR), we believe every child deserves a strong start. We are a mission-driven nonprofit providing high-quality, inclusive early childhood education that nurtures the whole child—socially, emotionally, physically, and intellectually. If you're passionate about making a difference and want a role that combines purpose with an exceptional work-life balance, we invite you to join our team.

When you join CDR, you’re not just starting a job—you’re joining a supportive, community-focused team where your work truly matters. We offer a competitive total compensation package, generous paid time off, and the opportunity to impact lives every single day.

• We are pleased to announce an opening for a Parent Educator within Early Head Start at Child Development Resources (CDR). This full-time position plays a vital role in supporting pregnant women and families with children from birth to age three through home-based services that promote healthy child and family development. The Parent Educator provides weekly, relationship-based home visits and partners closely with families to support parenting, child development, and school readiness in alignment with Early Head Start standards. Highlighted Responsibilities Family Engagement & Home Visiting
• Provide weekly 90-minute home visits to assigned families in a home-based setting
• Build trusting, supportive relationships with families using a family-centered approach
• Support parents in understanding infant and toddler development and strengthening parenting skills

• Child Development & Education
• Promote developmentally appropriate practices for infants and toddlers
• Support school readiness through individualized, culturally responsive activities
• Observe, document, and support child development in partnership with families

• Collaboration & Communication
• Maintain clear, timely communication with families and Early Head Start team members
• Participate in required meetings, trainings, and program activities
• Support compliance with Early Head Start performance standards

• What you will bring
• Minimum of a Home-Based CDA or comparable credential required
• Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education, child devel
• opment, or a related field preferred
• Training and/or experience in early childhood or related fields
• Knowledge of infant and toddler development, family-centered service delivery, and developmentally appropriate practice
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Bilingual skills preferred
• Ability to safely lift and move up to 40 pounds
• Ability to maintain visual and auditory supervision of children
• Ability to assist in emergency evacuations
• Valid driver’s license without restrictions
• Reliable transportation required; travel is part of the role (mileage reimbursement provided)

Why work at cdr?

Mission-Driven Work: Every role supports children, families, and the staff who serve them

Supportive Culture: Join a collaborative, respectful, and caring team

Outstanding Benefits: Generous leave, paid holidays, health/dental/vision insurance, and retirement plans

Stability & Impact: A vital role that directly supports daily operations and long-term success

Work-Life Balance: We value responsiveness while recognizing the importance of balance

If you’re passionate about creating safe, well-Run spaces that allow mission-Driven work to thrive, we encourage you to apply and become part of the heart of cdr.

CDR is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug-Free Workplace.