Parent Educator | Talk With Your Baby

The University of Notre Dame is more than a workplace; it is a vibrant, mission-driven community where every employee is valued and supported. Rooted in a tradition of excellence and inspired by our Catholic character, Notre Dame is committed to fostering an environment of care that nurtures the whole person—mind, body, and spirit. Here, you will find a deep sense of belonging, a culture that prioritizes well-being, and the opportunity to grow your career while being a force for good in the world. Whether contributing to world-class research, shaping the student experience, or supporting the University’s mission in other ways, you will be part of a dedicated team working to make a meaningful impact on campus and beyond. At Notre Dame, your work matters, and so do you!

The Parent Educator | Talk With Your Baby (TWYB) plays a key role in empowering families by delivering engaging parent education classes and coordinating community-based family events. This role supports a collaborative, multi-organization initiative dedicated to promoting early childhood development through meaningful parent-child interactions.

Using a research-backed curriculum, the Parent Educator helps caregivers understand the critical role they play in their child’s development, particularly in building strong language and cognitive foundations. The TWYB program is rooted in the belief that talking with babies and young children is essential for nurturing brain development, expanding vocabulary, and laying the groundwork for future reading and social success.

If you’re passionate about combining teaching, relationship-building, and program coordination to support families during the most formative years of a child’s life, and are fluent in both English and Spanish.

APPLY TODAY!

• Bachelor’s Degree, with1-2 years of experience in early childhood education
• Must be able to engage diverse populations
• Experience working with young children and parents
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Good organizational and communication skills
• Must be able to walk a mile without assistance, lift 40 lbs, and stand for 4 hours
• Applicants must be bilingual in English and Spanish

Application Deadline to Apply: August 13, 2025

Hiring Pay Range: $16.14 - $27.29/hour 

Important Note: We are hiring two candidates for this position. One of the selected individuals must be fluent in both Spanish and English.

At Notre Dame, we know our impact depends on exceptional people, people like you. We are committed to fostering a vibrant, welcoming community. In keeping with our mission, we encourage applications from all who will help build and strengthen our beloved community. We strive to empower every employee to flourish, knowing your success propels Notre Dame to new heights of impact.