Description

Posting Details

Posting Number

S15138P

Working Title

Muscogee Educator-Parents as Teacher

Department

CAES-Northwest District CES

About the University of Georgia

Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

About the College/Unit/Department

College/Unit/Department website

Posting Type

External

Retirement Plan

TRS or ORP

Employment Type

Employee

Benefits Eligibility

Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time

Full Time

Work Schedule

Additional Schedule Information

M-F, 8am - 5pm with occasional night/weekend events & travel

Advertised Salary

$40,000, Commensurate with Experience

Posting Date

05/13/2026

Open until filled

Yes

Closing Date

Proposed Starting Date

06/07/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants

Location of Vacancy

Columbus Area

EEO Policy Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

USG Core Values Statement

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Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

Position Information

Classification Title

Extension Educator I

FLSA

Exempt

FTE

1.00

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications

Position Summary

A Parents as Teachers National Center ( PATNC ) certified parent educator provides the information, support, and encouragement that the parents need to help their child develop optimally during the crucial early years of life. This is done by providing education in the form of personal visits, group meetings, screenings, and linkages to a network of resources for parents and children. This position will also plan future program implementations based on feedback and program evaluations.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Possesses effective communication skills and is comfortable relating to strangers.
• Develops trusting relationships with parents as a model for parent-child relationships.
• Uses appropriate work-related behavior, dress and attitude toward fellow professionals.
• Establishes and maintains appropriate professional relationships with families.
• Adheres to required confidentiality practices.
• Uses time and resources effectively to manage personal stress and meet job expectations.
• Uses discretion in determining appropriate educational approaches

Physical Demands

• Normal working conditions of an office environment.
• Driving as needed to perform job duties.

Is driving a responsibility of this position?

Yes

Is this a Position of Trust?

Yes

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?

Yes

Does this position require a P-Card?

No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?

No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?

Yes

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)

No

Credit and P-Card policy

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Background Investigation Policy

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

• Responsible for serving the number of families determined by program guidelines by independently planning, coordinating, and delivering face-to-face educational visits and group educational meetings.
• Deliver Parents as Teachers National Center ( PATNC ) certified parent education to support parents and their families

Percentage of time

50

Duties/Responsibilities

• Complete all required documentation regarding home visits, attendance records for group meetings and other Parents as Teachers events, screening summaries, and all essential records required by the program, in timely and comprehensive manner.

Percentage of time

15

Duties/Responsibilities

• Support families in seeking appropriate resources based on the results of screenings when needed.

Percentage of time

15

Duties/Responsibilities

• Actively participate in regular, relationship-based supervision with the Parents as Teachers supervisor. Demonstrate an appropriate level of knowledge about what promotes optimal parent-child interaction and infant, toddler and child development.

Percentage of time

10

Duties/Responsibilities

• Responsible for reviewing and analyzing results of evaluations

Percentage of time

10

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact

Contact Details

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Recruitment Contact Name

Tracy Gauge

Recruitment Contact Email

nwdist@uga.edu

Recruitment Contact Phone

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
   • Public Job Posting
   • Internal Job Posting
   • Agency Referral
   • Advertisement/Publication
   • Personal Referral
   • Website
   • Other
2. Do you have a bachelor's degree?
   • Yes
   • No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter
3. List of References with Contact Information

Optional Documents

1. Unofficial Transcripts
2. Unofficial Letters of Recommendation
3. Other Documents #1