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26-27 PT Home Visitor and Outreach Worker - Spanish

Somerville Public Schools · Somerville, MA · 2 wk ago
Administrative$28.35/hrPart-time

About the Role

The Prenatal - Early Childhood Services and Supports Unit of the SFLC works to develop and implement a comprehensive, research-based strategy for prenatal to early childhood supports, ensuring alignment and coordination with early childhood through K priorities. This role focuses on reaching out to diverse families with young children in the community and strengthening parent-child interaction to put children and families on a path toward school success.

Responsibilities

  • Outreach to potential participant families.
  • Visit assigned families twice a week for half an hour each visit or as modified by the coordinator.
  • Plan age-appropriate activities to stimulate learning and encourage parent-child interactions.
  • Model for parents appropriate ways to verbally interact with their child using toys and books.
  • Utilize the Protective Factors Framework to provide in-home services supporting families in increasing resiliencies, resources, knowledge, skills, and support systems.
  • Write an anecdotal report for each home visit in a timely manner.
  • Report issues to the program coordinator.
  • Work independently and on a team.
  • Perform occasional translation or interpretation.
  • Attend ParentChild+ Staff meetings and trainings; attend SFLC All-Staff meetings.
  • Commit to providing and promoting equitable practices to ensure access for all families.
  • Other job-related duties as assigned by the program coordinator.

Qualifications & Skills

  • Fluent in Spanish.
  • Experience working directly with children and families from culturally diverse communities.
  • Knowledge of child development.
  • Home visiting experience a plus but not required.
  • Good communication skills.
  • Exhibit a positive attitude toward parents and children.
  • Excellent organizational skills.
  • Ability to collaborate and work well with a diverse team.
  • Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including working knowledge of Excel.
  • Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite.
  • Familiar with Zoom platform or other video conferencing software.
  • Willingness to work several evenings and Saturdays.
  • A valid Massachusetts driver’s license with access to a car is required.
  • Deep commitment to closing opportunity gaps and promoting equitable practices.

Physical Requirements

  • Mobility: Frequent walking, standing, and navigating stairs.
  • Lifting/Strength: Ability to lift, push, pull, or carry objects ranging from 10 to 20 lbs (e.g., books, supplies, equipment).
  • Physical Dexterity: Bending, crouching, kneeling, stooping, and reaching to assist students.
  • Stationary Tasks: Remaining in a stationary position (sitting/standing) for long periods.

Pay

$28.35 per hour worked.

Schedule

Intermittent / Up to 19 hours per week for the 2026-2027 school year. Position is temporary and grant funded.

Pre-Employment Requirements

  • MA Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) Clearance.
  • Fingerprints.

Reports to: Director of Early Beginnings Family Support Program.

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