ZipRecruiter

Log In

1

Childbirth Educator Jobs (NOW HIRING)

CommonSpirit Health

Childbirth Educator

Tacoma, WA · On-site

Completion of Childbirth Education course by accredited institution/organization. Where You'll Work Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating ...

St Joseph Medical Center

Childbirth Educator

Tacoma, WA

$30.91 - $45.98/hr

Completion of Childbirth Education course by accredited institution/organization. Where You'll Work Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating ...

VHC Health

Childbirth Educator (Per-Diem)

Arlington, VA

$21 - $80/hr

The Childbirth Education provides childbirth education to expectant parents. This instruction includes a healthy pregnancy, the childbirth process, breastfeeding, parenting, and the postpartum period.

Sutter Health

Childbirth Educator (Doula)

Los Banos, CA · On-site

$29.60 - $37/hr

CHILDBIRTH EDUCATION. Teaches classes for expectant mothers, siblings, patient support group, and new parents on a variety of topics including labor, birth, postpartum, newborn care and breastfeeding.

Sutter Health

Childbirth Educator (Doula)

Los Banos, CA · On-site

$29.60 - $37/hr

CHILDBIRTH EDUCATION. • Teaches classes for expectant mothers, siblings, patient support group, and new parents on a variety of topics including labor, birth, postpartum, newborn care and ...

next page

Showing results 1-20

All JobsChildbirth Educator Jobs

Childbirth Educator information

See salary details

$5

$27

$35

How much do childbirth educator jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for childbirth educator in the United States is $27.25, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $27.16 and $33.41 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What Is a Childbirth Educator?

A childbirth educator provides information to expectant parents about the labor process and the options they have for birthing plans to help them overcome any anxiety they may have. As a childbirth educator, you design and lead classes on pregnancy, parenthood, and general health care, especially post-birth care. You explain the different decisions that a pregnant woman must make before she gives birth, called a birthing plan. This plan may include where she would like to give birth (hospital, birthing center, home), whether she wants an epidural or any drugs during labor, and whether the baby be breastfed or bottle fed. You may work for a hospital or medical facility and teach classes there, or you may be self-employed and offer courses at a community center or at home. You must stay current with medical and technological trends related to childbirth to ensure you are giving the most accurate information available to your students. Although you are not a clinician, you can provide referrals to the appropriate specialists if you observe situations that require their help.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Childbirth Educator, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Childbirth Educator, you generally need a background in nursing, midwifery, or related health fields, along with certification from organizations like Lamaze or ICEA. Familiarity with prenatal education curricula, presentation software, and tools for virtual or in-person instruction is typical. Excellent communication, empathy, and group facilitation skills help build trust and effectively support expectant parents. These skills and qualifications are vital for delivering accurate information, fostering confidence, and ensuring positive birth experiences.

What is a Childbirth Educator?

A Childbirth Educator is a trained professional who teaches expectant parents about pregnancy, labor, delivery, and early newborn care. They provide classes, resources, and support to help parents make informed decisions and feel more confident about the childbirth process. Childbirth Educators cover topics such as pain management, birth plans, postpartum care, and infant feeding. Their goal is to ensure parents are well-prepared for both childbirth and the transition to parenthood.

What is the difference between Childbirth Educator vs Doula?

AspectChildbirth EducatorDoula
CredentialsCertification in childbirth education (e.g., Lamaze, Bradley)Certification or training in doula support (e.g., DONA, CAPPA)
Work EnvironmentClassrooms, hospitals, community centersHospitals, clients' homes, birthing centers
Employer & IndustryHospitals, childbirth education organizations, community programsPrivate clients, hospitals, birth centers
Primary RoleEducate expectant parents about childbirth and parentingProvide emotional and physical support during labor and birth

While both Childbirth Educators and Doulas support expectant parents, Childbirth Educators focus on teaching childbirth classes and preparing parents through education. Doulas provide continuous emotional and physical support during labor. Their roles complement each other but differ in scope and setting.

What are some typical challenges a Childbirth Educator might face when working with diverse groups of expectant parents?

Childbirth Educators often teach classes with participants from varying cultural, educational, and personal backgrounds, which can present challenges in addressing different beliefs around childbirth and varying levels of prior knowledge. Adapting teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles, language barriers, and personal anxieties is common. Successful educators use inclusive communication, empathy, and flexibility to ensure all participants feel supported and informed. Building trust and fostering open dialogue are key to overcoming these challenges and creating a positive learning environment.
More about Childbirth Educator jobs
What cities are hiring for Childbirth Educator jobs? Cities with the most Childbirth Educator job openings:
What are the most commonly searched types of Childbirth Educator jobs? The most popular types of Childbirth Educator jobs are:
What states have the most Childbirth Educator jobs? States with the most job openings for Childbirth Educator jobs include:
What job categories do people searching Childbirth Educator jobs look for? The top searched job categories for Childbirth Educator jobs are:
What are popular job titles related to Childbirth Educator jobs? For Childbirth Educator jobs, the most frequently searched job titles are:
Childbirth Educator jobs near you
Infographic showing various Childbirth Educator job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 4% Internship, 50% Full Time, and 46% Part Time. Highlights an 92% In-person, 4% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $56,676 per year, or $27.2 per hour.
Childbirth Educator

Childbirth Educator

MultiCare Health System

Puyallup, WA

$32 - $38/hr

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 5 days ago

MultiCare Health System rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 268 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

187th of 870 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Join a team that shares your calling

At MultiCare, you're more than just a job title - you're part of a team built on trust that cares for each other, our patients and our communities. Belonging here means living our mission and values every day. If your purpose and passions align with ours, you'll find a place to grow, do meaningful work and build a career you love in a community that feels like home.


FTE: 0.01, Shift: Day, Schedule: Core business hours

Position Summary

The Childbirth Educator is responsible for providing education and support to families in the community who sign up for classes, instruction, and unit introduction through tours. This is an intermediate educator position working under limited supervision. Work situations are varied and require strong education, technical and customer service skills.

Requirements

  • High school graduate required
  • Current certification in Childbirth Education or graduate of Childbirth Education program OR certification in specific area of expertise to teach specific classes, i.e infant CPR for Infant CPR class instructor, IBCLC for Breastfeeding Class instructor, certified in Baby Wearing instruction for Baby Wearing Class, certified massage therapist for Infant Massage Classes or training in fathering instruction for Fathering Classes. (exception of CPR instructor and instructor of Dad's Bootcamp)
  • Current Washington State Drivers License; and proof of a safe driving record (which meets established MHS Standards) obtained by a motor vehicle report from the appropriate state

About Good Samaritan Hospital

MultiCare Good Samaritan Hospital is a 388-bed acute-care hub serving Puyallup and East Pierce County. As the area's only hospital, it features a Family Birth Center, Level III Trauma and Neonatal ICUs, Level I Trauma Rehabilitation Center, Children's Therapy Unit and a 24-hour Emergency Department. Innovative facilities like the LEED Gold-certified Dally Tower and Pulse Heart Institute make Good Samaritan a dynamic workplace for clinicians eager to advance their careers in a state-of-the-art environment.

About the Puyallup Community

Nestled at the foot of Mount Rainier along the Puyallup River, Puyallup offers a welcoming small-town feel just 10 miles from Tacoma and 35 miles from Seattle. Residents enjoy unique dining, an antique-filled downtown, excellent schools and abundant parks and recreation - all while being close to big-city opportunities.

Why MultiCare?

Rooted in the local community

Partnering with patients, families and neighbors across the Pacific Northwest for more than 140 years.

Growth and education

Competitive tuition assistance, award-winning residencies, fellowships and career development to invest in you.

Well-being and support

Generous PTO, Code Lavender and Employee Assistance Programs to help you maintain balance and feel cared in your work and life.

Living our values

Respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration guide how we care for patients, communities and each other.

Belonging for all

Resource Groups and outreach programs help ensure every team member feels safe, seen, heard and valued.

Pacific Northwest lifestyle

Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life.

Pay and Benefit Expectations

We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $32.00 - $38.00 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant's years of experience align.

Associated benefit information can be viewed here.

What MultiCare Health System employees say

Pay

Benefits

Hours and flexibility

Workplace

Get the full story on Breakroom

MultiCare logo

About MultiCare

Sourced by ZipRecruiter

MultiCare’s roots in the Pacific Northwest go back to 1882, with the founding of Tacoma’s first hospital. Over the years, we’ve grown from a Tacoma-centric, hospital-based organization into the largest, community-based, locally governed health system in the state of Washington. Today, our comprehensive system of health includes more than 300 primary, urgent, pediatric and specialty care locations across Washington, Idaho and Oregon, as well as 12 hospitals. We welcome patients from the entire Pacific Northwest region and our 20,000-plus team members — including employees, providers and volunteers — proudly care for the communities we serve. Without a doubt, our organization has changed over the years. But what has never changed, throughout our long history, has been our dedication to the health and wellness of the people of the Pacific Northwest. Guided by our mission, vision and values, we are on a continuous journey to deliver the services that our communities need, and to ensure access to those services, now and in the future.

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Tacoma, WA, US

View All MultiCare Jobs

Apply