Substitute Family Educator/Recruiter

SEK-CAP, Inc. is seeking a Substitute Family Educator/Recruiter in Girard, KS to travel between locations using an agency-provided vehicle. This role delivers home-based education and family engagement services when regular educators are not available, while also supporting recruitment efforts for eligible families.

Role Overview

The Substitute Family Educator/Recruiter provides regular weekly home visits, supports parents with developmentally appropriate learning activities, and helps families work toward goals related to self-sufficiency. The position also includes recruiting eligible families for Early Head Start and Head Start, completing applications, verifying eligibility documentation, and maintaining required records in agency systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct weekly home visits to support parents in providing developmentally appropriate learning activities.
• Assist families in setting and achieving goals for self-sufficiency.
• Recruit eligible families for Early Head Start and Head Start programs.
• Complete applications and verify eligibility documentation.
• Maintain child assessments and family progress records in agency systems.
• Collaborate with community partners to connect families with local resources.
• Plan and facilitate group socializations and parent engagement activities.

Requirements

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood or a related field (preferred).
• CDA credential, or willingness to obtain within 6 months.
• Ability to obtain Home Visitation Training within the first year.
• CPR/First Aid certification within 30 days.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to meet agency insurance guidelines.

Compensation and Schedule

Pay: $16.65 to $19.00 per hour.

Schedule: Monday–Friday.

Job Type: Full-time.

Work Location: In person, onsite in Girard, KS, with travel between agency locations.

Benefits

• 401(k) and 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Paid training
• Agency vehicle provided