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At Child Development Resources (CDR), we believe every child deserves a strong start. We are a mission-driven nonprofit providing high-quality, inclusive early childhood education that nurtures the whole child—socially, emotionally, physically, and intellectually. If you're passionate about making a difference and want a role that combines purpose with an exceptional work-life balance, we invite you to join our team.

When you join CDR, you’re not just starting a job—you’re joining a supportive, community-focused team where your work truly matters. We offer a competitive total compensation package, generous paid time off, and the opportunity to impact lives every single day.

We are pleased to announce an internal opening for a Parent Educator within Early Head Start at Child Development Resources (CDR). This full-time position plays a vital role in supporting pregnant women and families with children from birth to age three through home-based services that promote healthy child and family development.The Parent Educator provides weekly, relationship-based home visits and partners closely with families to support parenting, child development, and school readiness in alignment with Early Head Start standards.Highlighted ResponsibilitiesFamily Engagement & Home Visiting

Provide weekly 90-minute home visits to assigned families in a home-based setting
Build trusting, supportive relationships with families using a family-centered approach
Support parents in understanding infant and toddler development and strengthening parenting skills

Child Development & Education

Promote developmentally appropriate practices for infants and toddlers
Support school readiness through individualized, culturally responsive activities
Observe, document, and support child development in partnership with families

Collaboration & Communication

Maintain clear, timely communication with families and Early Head Start team members
Participate in required meetings, trainings, and program activities
Support compliance with Early Head Start performance standards

What you will bring

Minimum of a Home-Based CDA or comparable credential required
Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education, child devel
opment, or a related field preferred
Training and/or experience in early childhood or related fields
Knowledge of infant and toddler development, family-centered service delivery, and developmentally appropriate practice
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Bilingual skills preferred
Ability to safely lift and move up to 40 pounds
Ability to maintain visual and auditory supervision of children
Ability to assist in emergency evacuations
Valid driver’s license without restrictions
Reliable transportation required; travel is part of the role (mileage reimbursement provided)

Why Work at CDR?

Mission-Driven Work: Every role supports children, families, and the staff who serve them

Supportive Culture: Join a collaborative, respectful, and caring team

Outstanding Benefits: Generous leave, paid holidays, health/dental/vision insurance, and retirement plans

Stability & Impact: A vital role that directly supports daily operations and long-term success

Work-Life Balance: We value responsiveness while recognizing the importance of balance

If you’re passionate about creating safe, well-run spaces that allow mission-driven work to thrive, we encourage you to apply and become part of the heart of CDR.

CDR is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug-Free Workplace.

Established in 1965, Child Development Resources (CDR) serves more than 1,400 children and their families each year. CDR is a comprehensive resource for physicians, teachers, and parents — in fact, for anyone who has a question about an infant or toddler — in Williamsburg, James City County, York County, and Poquoson. The future of America lies in the children of today. By providing early intervention services and making affordable, high-quality early care and education a priority, we are helping to ensure that the children of today grow up to be productive citizens of tomorrow. Our Purpose Child Development Resources, Inc. (CDR) is a 501 (c)(3) public charity that strives to inspire and empower children, families, and early childhood professionals to reach their full potential, whatever their challenges. Child Development Resources serves families with infants and toddlers from birth to age three in Williamsburg, James City County, York County, and Poquoson, Virginia. Early intervention is absolutely critical, so CDR serves children who: * have disabilities or delays in their development * are at risk because of very low family income * have other risk factors such as premature birth, teen parents, or parental substance abuse * need high-quality child care and development services CDR is an invaluable resource for all parents who have questions or concerns about their infant or toddler. One call to 757.566.TOTS (757.566.8687) opens the door to a whole range of services provided by CDR, as well as referrals to other community organizations. CDR also provides services to expectant parents, teen parents, fathers, child-care providers, and other early childhood professionals. We Train Professionals For more than 25 years, CDR has provided state-of-the-art training and technical assistance to child development professionals throughout the country and across the globe.

Parent Educator

Parent Educator

Why Work at CDR?

If you’re passionate about creating safe, well-run spaces that allow mission-driven work to thrive, we encourage you to apply and become part of the heart of CDR.

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