Job Information
Acelero Learning Family Engagement Advocate (Bilingual in Spanish Required) in Freehold, New Jersey
Are you a socially conscious, dedicated individual who is committed to building a better future for children, families, and their communities? If so, join us as we support early childhood education programs across the country to create positive outcomes for the children and families served.
Job Description:
Working as a Family Engagement Advocate at Acelero Learning Learning gives you the opportunity to give back to your local community by engaging and supporting the families and children in our program.
You will work as a team member whose primary role is to engage families to partner with us to promote children’s healthy development and school readiness.
Job Responsibilities:
Engage families as partners in their children’s healthy development and school readiness
Engage in a process of collaborative partnership building with families of children receiving (Early) Head Start services
Foster a sense of community and sense of belonging among families in order to strengthen social capital
Build relationships that will enhance communication and collaboration among internal and external stakeholders
Effectively manage workload and ensure accurate record-keeping and documentation
Participates in assigned meetings, events, and training as required, with frequent travel locally for work-related functions.
Job Requirements:
Bilingual in Spanish and English is a must.
An Associate’s Degree in Social Work, Human Services, Family Services, Counselling, Family and Child Development, or a related field is required; a Bachelor’s Degree is preferred.
Passion for promoting positive child and family outcomes through high-quality family engagement .
Proficient in supporting parents of young children in advocating for their families and cultivating positive relationships with both families and children, utilizing experience, training, and skill.
Proficient ability to interact effectively with people from diverse backgrounds, both verbally and in writing.
Proficient in Google Suite, spreadsheets, data management, email, word processing, and internet navigation.
Additional Information:
This full-time position has benefits and earns up to $22.51/hr.
Center Location: 81 West Main Street, Freehold, NJ 07728 and 200 NJ-35, Neptune City, NJ 07753
Pre Hire Requirements:
For this position, you must pass a Fingerprint Screening (CHRI), a Background Check (CARI), Two Reference Letters, and Physical exams with a TB Test.
Must have a Valid Driver’s License and a reliable transportation
Please note: All new hires must attend the four days (Tuesday - Friday) of mandatory New Employee Orientation Training at South Amboy Center - 310 Augusta Street, South Amboy, NJ 08879
Benefits:
Ability to make an impact in the lives of the children, families , and partners we serve
Career growth and professional development opportunities
Supportive working environment
Average of 5 weeks of paid time off during 1st year of employment
Comprehensive benefits, including 401K matching and 100% vesting program
Why Acelero Learning or Shine Early Learning? - Ability to make an impact in the lives of the children, families, and partners we serve - Career growth and professional development opportunities - Supportive working environment - Average of 5 weeks of paid time off during 1st year of employment - Comprehensive benefits, including 401K matching and 100% vesting program We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a diverse and healthy work place.
Acelero Learning's mission is to bring a relentless focus on positive family and child outcomes to close the achievement gap and build a better future for children, families, and communities served by the Head Start program.Our company values guide us as we work towards our mission: Embracing Diversity, Open Communication, Teamwork and Community, Data-Informed Learning, and Follow-Through.At Acelero Learning, we believe that all children can achieve and succeed, and we work to empower families to advocate for their children and themselves.