Join Our ‘Ohana
Partners in Development Foundation is one of Hawaiʻi's foremost local nonprofits, operating since 1997. We lead with our values of aloha and service, supporting some of our most vulnerable youth and families throughout the state with education and programs that build healthy, resilient families and communities. We've served more than 148,000 family members in our 27 years of service (see pidf.org). This opportunity is a chance to work with and support a dynamic leadership team committed to making a difference in the lives of keiki and ʻohana. Explore the chance to join our team and contribute in a meaningful, rewarding, and positive work environment devoted to building a better Hawaiʻi for today and tomorrow.
Primary Purpose:
Lead the teaching team in preparing and implementing a developmentally appropriate and culturally rich virtual curriculum for a Family Child Interaction Learning (FCIL) program.
Essential Duties:
- Lead and support the teaching team with proper setup and breakdown of site equipment and materials, implementing lesson plans, completing home visits, scheduling monthly field trips, and submitting all reports by expected deadlines;
- Model, teach and engage with enrolled families in a professional manner that encourages caregivers to be their keikiʻs first and foremost teacher;
- Help review screenings and assessments that support the developmental needs of participating keiki and caregivers;
- Facilitate team meetings that create high-quality, culturally appropriate lesson plans for keiki ages birth-five years old;
- Record and submit debrief sessions with the team;
- Develop daily work routines that support productive and positive team dynamics;
- Participate in regular briefings with the Site Manager to discuss program updates, challenges, and proposed solutions;
- Drive assigned company vehicles in a safe and legal manner.
Other Duties:
Other duties as assigned include, but are not limited to, completing all forms and documentation such as reports related to grant objectives, professional development evaluations, and data collection for the program.
Work Hours:
- A 10-month work schedule that closely aligns with the Hawai'i Department of Education's paid leave calendar;
- Monday through Friday, hours vary by site and are determined by the Site Manager;
- Consistent and reliable attendance;
- Some events and professional development may take place on evenings or weekends.
Working Conditions:
- Office setting and program sites;
- Travel in program vehicle to and from program site;
- Travel to the neighbor islands and continental U.S. may be required.
Equipment Use:
Program vehicle, office equipment (computer, printer, copier, scanner, bluetooth, laminator, shredder), site and facility equipment.
Minimum Qualification Requirements:
REQUIRED:
- Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field and six (6) months of experience working with keiki ages birth through five and their families; OR
- Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field and one (1) year of supervised experience working with keiki ages birth through five and their families; OR
- Current Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential and one (1) year of supervised experience working with keiki ages birth through five and their families;
- Must have a valid driver's license and a safe and responsible driving record.
PREFERRED:
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Google Drive, Canva publishing, and virtual meeting platforms;
- Able to troubleshoot computer and internet connectivity issues and assist caregivers when they experience issues;
- Familiarity with databases such as QuickBase;
- Knowledge and understanding of Hawaiian culture and values.
All applicants are advised that post conditional offer and/or pre-employment drug testing will be conducted, and they must successfully pass the drug test. Failure to submit to testing within the specified deadline or positive indications of drug use will render the applicant ineligible for employment with Partners in Development Foundation and any employment offer will be withdrawn.
All positions require that the incumbent have no record of any crime against a child or other vulnerable person. We conduct periodic criminal background checks as a condition of employment.
The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by an employee in this classification. It is not to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications of employees assigned to this job. Management has the right to add to, revise, or delete information in this description. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
Notice of Non-Discrimination
Partners in Development Foundation is an EEO employer. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities and provides equal access to all applicants, employees and program participants. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:
Name and/or Title: Cindy Quach, HR Director
Address: 2040 Bachelot Street, Honolulu, HI 96817
Telephone #: 808-348-4895
- For further information on notice of non-discrimination, visit https://ocrcas.ed.gov/contact-ocrfor the address and phone number of the office that serves your area, or call 1-800-421-3481.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $44,700.00 - $47,400.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Education:
Experience:
- Early Childhood Education: 1 year (Preferred)
- Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
