Position Details
Position Information
| Requisition Number |
S4339P |
| Home Org Name |
Limestone County |
| Division Name |
AL Cooperative Extension System |
| Position Title |
Agent Assistant - Parent Educator Limestone County |
| Job Class Code |
CA01A/B |
| Appointment Status |
Full-time |
| Part-time FTE |
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| Limited Term |
Yes |
| Limited Term Length |
One Year |
| Job Summary |
This position will be housed at the Limestone County Extension Office.
This is a one year limited term position. Continued employment is based on the continuation of extramural funding and is subject to renewal on an annual basis.
The Alabama Cooperative Extension System seeks an Agent Assistant I/II - Parent Educator. The Parent Educator will be responsible for visiting families of unborn to five-year-old children in Limestone County, providing support to new parents. The visit will be on a weekly, biweekly, or monthly basis unless more time is needed. Parent Educators will assist parents in developing a better understanding of child development, establishing expectations, and gaining skills to support school readiness for their children.
The Agent Assistant will have a 40-hour work week schedule and periodically provide evening and/or weekend hours.
EXTENSION: The Alabama Cooperative Extension System is the outreach organization for the land grant mission of Alabama A&M University and Auburn University. Its educational programs grow from these two land grant university campuses to serve the people of Alabama. Science-based educational programs are delivered that enable people to improve their quality of life and economic well-being. Information and programs are available online or in person through all 67 County Extension Offices and at teaching sites throughout Alabama communities. For more information, please see
https://www.aces.edu/.
About Auburn: At Auburn, our work changes lives. Ranked by U.S. News and World Report as a premier public institution, Auburn University is dedicated to shaping the future of the people of Alabama, the nation, and the world through forward-thinking education, life-enhancing research, scholarship, and selfless service. Auburn is nationally recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, community outreach, positive work environment, student engagement, and thriving community.
Why employees choose Auburn: Auburn University was named by Forbes Magazine as one of the state of Alabama's best employers, with employees staying an average of ten years. Employees enjoy competitive benefits that include top-notch health insurance, generous retirement plans, tuition assistance for employees and dependents, flexible spending accounts, and more!
Learn more about Auburn's impact, generous employee benefits, and thriving community by visiting
aub.ie/working-at-auburn. |
| Essential Functions |
- Implement the curriculum provided by the National Parents as Teachers Center and the local districts enhancements.
- Serve up to 15 families with a minimum of 2 home visits per year per family.
- A minimum of six parent group meetings per year.
- Complete all required documentation regarding home visits, attendance records, for PAT events, screening summaries, and reports requested by the coordinator.
Actively recruit families to participate in the program. Attend all required trainings for certification, in-service, and screenings. - Attend monthly staff meetings with supervisor, lead parent educator, and other parent educators.
- Provide community support services to families as needed.
- Requires visiting families in the homes and must be comfortable with delivering educational services in a nonjudgmental/strengths-based manner
- Must be well organized and be able to keep up with complicated timelines for screening and reporting.
- Passion for job, upbeat, enthusiastic, team player.
- Flexibility with respect to time and days to work (should be able to work some weekends and evenings when client schedules require it). Regular hours 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
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| Why Work at Auburn? |
Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
Culture of Excellence: We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
We're Here for You: Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
Sweet Home Alabama: The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.
Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle! |
Minimum Qualifications
| Minimum Qualifications |
Level I- High school diploma or equivalent plus 4 years of experience in the organization and/or presentation of pre-designed educational programs/services, customer service, administrative support/clerical or related experience.
Level II- High school diploma or equivalent plus 6 years of experience in the organization and/or presentation of pre-designed educational programs/services, customer service, administrative support/clerical or related experience.
Substitutions allowed for Experience:
Degrees accepted in lieu of experience, at a rate of one (1) year relevant education per year of required experience. |
Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications
| Minimum Skills and Abilities |
- Effective communication and human relation skills.
- An understanding of basic mathematical skills.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Ability to efficiently and accurately maintain records.
- Ability to work collaboratively and professionally with families, volunteers, and coworkers.
- Sincere interest in working with program participants in a home/ educational setting.
- Decision making and leadership skills.
- Ability to utilize Microsoft tools including Excel.
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| Minimum Technology Skills |
- A working knowledge of operating a personal computer, including a demonstrated competency using Microsoft Office software.
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| Minimum License and Certifications |
- Must have a valid driver's license or the ability to obtain one prior to selection.
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Posting Detail Information
| Salary Range |
$33,540- $50,480 |
| Job Category |
Education/Instructional |
| Working Hours if Non-Traditional |
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| City position is located in: |
Athens |
| State position is located: |
Alabama |
| List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position |
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| Posting Date |
03/21/2025 |
| Closing Date |
04/04/2025 |
| Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement |
It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. The Office of Equal Opportunity Compliance (
EOC) strives to ensure an inclusive and equitable working, living, and learning environment for members of the Auburn University community. Please visit their
website to learn more. |
| Special Instructions to Applicants |
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| Quick Link for Internal Postings |
https://www.auemployment.com/postings/51986 |
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Auburn
$33,540- $50,480
tuition assistance
Apr 03, 2025