As a Home Educator with the Council on Rural Services - CORS, you'll be at the forefront of empowering families and nurturing future generations. You'll work directly with families, fostering positive parent-child interactions and supporting their overall well-being. Your expertise will help families identify their strengths, set achievable goals, and access essential resources. By mastering our curriculum and key learning frameworks, you'll ensure every child has the opportunity to thrive.

At CORS, we value the power of education and community support. With a mission-driven team by your side, you'll make a meaningful impact every day. We’re committed to your growth with generous leave, student loan forgiveness eligibility, and paid professional development. Our comprehensive benefits package ensures you have the support you need to succeed. Join us in making a difference and building stronger communities—apply today.

• Facilitate engaging and interactive learning experiences for children, ensuring each session is tailored to their unique needs.
• Collaborate closely with families to identify strengths and set achievable educational goals, fostering a supportive learning environment.
• Utilize our curriculum and key learning frameworks to deliver high-quality education that promotes child development and well-being.
• Provide guidance and resources to parents, empowering them to enhance their child's learning journey and strengthen parent-child interactions.
• Monitor and assess children's progress, offering constructive feedback and adapting strategies to ensure continuous improvement.
• Coordinate with community resources to connect families with essential services that support their educational and personal growth.
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of educational activities, progress, and family interactions to ensure transparency and accountability.

• Home visiting experience preferred

Education and Training:

• Minimum of a home-based CDA credential, comparable credential, or equivalent coursework as part of an associate or bachelor’s degree (college credit accepted in lieu of a completed degree)
• Associate’s degree in early childhood education, Human Services, or a related field preferred
• Competent in planning and implementing home-based learning experiences
• Willing to complete any additional required training for effective family support within 18 months

Special Conditions:

• Ability to lift 40 pounds; stoop, bend, reach, move easily, and work on the floor with families and small children
• Possess a valid driver’s license and maintain a driving record acceptable to the agency’s insurer
• Able to manage extensive organizing, problem-solving, record-keeping, and time management responsibilities
• Must be able to travel extensively within the assigned service area
• Occasional overnight travel may be required for training
• Ability to work a flexible schedule

Join Our Mission at CORS!

Since 1974, the Council on Rural Services (CORS) has been dedicated to empowering individuals and strengthening communities through education, support, and development opportunities.

We’re a non-profit organization providing Head Start (ages 3–5), Early Head Start (ages 0–3), and Youth Development Services across 9 counties in West Central Ohio — and we’re growing!

With a passionate team of 250 employees, we’re looking for compassionate, motivated individuals who want to make a difference every day.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us:

• Generous annual, sick, and holiday leave
• Student Loan Forgiveness eligibility
• Paid education and professional development opportunities
• Affordable, comprehensive benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and 401(k)
• A supportive, mission-driven team that values your impact

All positions require a background check, drug test, and physical.

If you’re ready to help build brighter futures and stronger communities — apply today