Parenting Education Program Coordinator

Project Self-Sufficiency - Newton, NJ

Full-time - Mid Level

Newton, NJ

Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations

About the position

The Parenting Education Program Coordinator will oversee the Smart Parents, Smart Communities program, managing day-to-day operations, supervising staff, and ensuring effective delivery of parenting education services. This role involves data collection for program improvement and collaboration with community organizations to enhance outreach and support for families.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all aspects of the Smart Parents, Smart Communities program.
• Supervise the Counselor/Parent Coach, Social Media Coordinator, and parent trainers.
• Collect and use data to inform ongoing monitoring and improvement of the program.
• Oversee the day-to-day activities of the Triple P program, including participant recruitment and marketing.
• Facilitate the evidence-based Triple P curriculum.
• Handle administrative tasks and serve as the liaison with partnering agencies and organizations.
• Ensure timely and accurate data collection and reporting regarding program participants and outcomes.
• Provide evidence-based parenting services and support in the community via multiple formats (group, one to one, in-person, virtual).
• Develop relationships with community organizations and local parenting partners.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in counseling, social work, marriage and family therapy, child development/early childhood education or related field.
• Experience in facilitating program curriculum to adults in a group setting.
• Proficiency with technology, familiarity with database and spreadsheet applications, and experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work with families of various backgrounds and cultures, demonstrating cultural responsiveness.
• Working knowledge of local, state, and community resources.
• Ability to organize work to effectively manage both coordination and facilitation aspects of the position.
• Demonstrated experience in proactively identifying and eliminating obstacles to program success.
• Excellent communication skills, including written, verbal, and formal presentation.
• Understanding of how intersection systems of racial, gender and class discrimination shape conditions for early childhood educators, childcare programs, and the children and families they serve.
• Desire to contribute to a place and professional environment that values collaboration, diversity, growth, and respect for all people.
• Strong analytical ability and problem-solving skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in non-profit management.
• Familiarity with early childhood education systems.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Childcare
• Flexible schedule