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Employment Opportunity

Parent to Parent of Georgia's
Regional Trainer Positions  

Are you a parent or family member of a child with a disability or a professional interested in working with families?  Are you looking for a position that allows you to work with flexible hours, where you can help families become advocates for their children?  If so, Parent to Parent needs you as a Trainer.   

Parent to Parent of Georgia (P2P) is currently putting together its training schedule for the 2008-2009 school year.  We plan to conduct, as a minimum, per region:      

  • 10-15 Foundation sessions (1-2 hour introductory style courses)       
  • 3 Workshops (3-4 hour trainings)      
  • 2 Intensives (6-8 hour in-depth training)  

We are actively seeking qualified trainers to assist us with delivering these training sessions.  Trainers are needed across the state to serve a specific region.   

A primary responsibility of a trainer is to understand the vision, mission and value statement of Parent to Parent of Georgia and be able to convey information in a professional and positive manner.  All necessary training materials will be provided by P2P, including the presentation, handouts, promotional flyers, and evaluations.  You will be responsible for maintaining mastery of appropriate training content. 

Requirements:

  • Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.  Bachelor’s degree in education, adult education, or related field preferred.
  • Minimum of two years experience working with people who have developmental disabilities (volunteer experience acceptable)
  • Must demonstrate/posses skills necessary for presenting effective training experiences

Preference given to candidates with training experience  
Flexible hours, work on an as needed basis.  Travel will be required and reimbursed. Applications will be considered ready for review upon receipt of application for employment, resume and trainer questionnaire.  Send items by mail, fax or email to Parent to Parent of Georgia, 3805 Presidential Parkway, Suite 207, Atlanta, Georgia 30340.  Fax: 770-458-4091.  Email resumes to info@parenttoparentofga.org  No phone calls please. 

Application for Employment (pdf file)

Trainer Questionnaire (pdf file)

For more information about Parent to Parent, review our web site (EOE)  

Parent to Parent of Georgia values diversity in the workplace.  All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.