Part-time Youth and Family Educator

About the role

This position will work on projects directed by an Extension faculty in Salt Lake County, primarily providing educational opportunities for youth, parents, and families designed to build resilience and prevent problem behaviors in youth.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the development of educational content.
• Plan and coordinate the implementation of classes, workshops, and outdoor learning activities.
• Deliver educational content and lead workshops for youth, parents, and/or families.
• Get trained in selected curricula, prep for program sessions, and teach program sessions.
• Work with participants from diverse backgrounds (e.g., refugees, immigrants).
• Help connect program participants with community resources as indicated.
• Conduct community outreach by attending community events and engaging with parents, youth, and families to recruit program participants.

Schedule

Hours are flexible and variable but will require some evening and potential weekend work.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related field; OR three years of relevant work experience, including experience teaching youth or adults.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to speak Spanish.
• Experience teaching parenting education courses.

Working Conditions

Employees work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not necessarily occasional temperature changes. This position requires moderate physical activity, including handling objects up to 25 pounds and/or standing or walking more than one hour per day.