ABCs of Parenting Class Co-Facilitator
for SCAN's Nurturing Parenting Program in SPANISH
SCAN is on the lookout for a Spanish-speaking co-facilitator for our 8-week ABCs of Parenting Class series. We generally offer the class once a year from Oct-Dec.
We currently offer the parenting class on Tuesday evenings from 6:00 - 8:30 PM at the First Assembly of God Church, 700 W Braddock Rd, Alexandria, VA 22302. The dates/times of each session would be passed by you beforehand but you would be expected to be at every class session for the entire time and even a little later (8:45 PM) to incorporate our program de-briefing sessions. If you have children of your own, you're welcome to bring them to participate in the children's program component of the program and dinner is provided for all volunteers and families for each session.
We are looking for someone who has experience working with families and parents, is energetic and engaging when working with groups and feels confident they can facilitate groups of parents from diverse backgrounds.
If you are interested in the position, we encourage you to submit your resume for consideration before January 29, 2010.
Job Description
I. Work as a team with the Co-Facilitator to deliver the Nurturing Parenting Program to registered families.
II. Attend trainings and professional development opportunities offered as needed.
III. Prepare for and conduct activities as outlined in the Nurturing Parenting Program implementation manual.
IV. Arrive early to sessions to participate with weekly set-up of the space and materials.
V. Complete any required paperwork and tend to administrative tasks in a timely manner.
VI. Debrief and process sessions with the Co-Facilitator and the Parent Education coordinator following each session.
VII. Communicate with parents and children as needed before or after sessions, in coordination with the Co-Facilitator and the Parent Education Coordinator.
VIII. Maintain regular communication with SCAN's Parent Education Coordinator to touch base and proactively address any issues that arise within the class.
IX. Maintain supplies and equipment in good condition, including activity manuals and other class materials.
X. Maintain confidentiality contract with participants. Make reports of suspected abuse or neglect as required by law and according to the protocols developed by SCAN of Northern Virginia.