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Palo Verde Community College District

$90 - $120/hr

STAFF NURSE III - PERINATAL EDUCATOR Natividad may offer a sign-on bonus to candidates hired into a permanent position. Natividad is accepting applications for a full-time permanent Staff Nurse III - ...

Natividad

STAFF NURSE III - PERINATAL EDUCATOR

Salinas, CA · On-site

$110 - $140/hr

STAFF NURSE III - PERINATAL EDUCATOR Natividad may offer a sign-on bonus to candidates hired into a permanent position. Natividad is accepting applications for a full-time permanent Staff Nurse III - ...

Coffee Regional Medical C

RN Perinatal Educator

Douglas, GA · On-site

$31.25 - $42.75/hr

Coffee Regional Medical Center RN/Perinatal Educator POSITION SUMMARY • The RN Perinatal Educator provides education to OB patients. The educator also provides breastfeeding education, support, and ...

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How much do perinatal educator jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for perinatal educator in the United States is $23.04, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.08 and $23.08 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a perinatal educator?

Perinatal educators are professionals who provide education and support to expectant parents and families during pregnancy, childbirth, and the early postpartum period. They teach classes on topics such as prenatal care, childbirth preparation, breastfeeding, newborn care, and parenting skills. Their goal is to help families make informed decisions, reduce anxiety, and promote healthy outcomes for both mother and baby. Perinatal educators may work in hospitals, clinics, community centers, or as independent consultants.

How does a perinatal educator typically collaborate with healthcare professionals and expectant families?

Perinatal Educators work closely with obstetricians, midwives, nurses, and lactation consultants to ensure that expectant families receive comprehensive, evidence-based information and support throughout pregnancy, birth, and early parenthood. They often coordinate with hospital staff to schedule classes, refer families to additional resources, and stay updated on current best practices. Effective communication and teamwork are essential, as Perinatal Educators serve as a bridge between the medical team and families, helping to address concerns, answer questions, and foster a supportive environment.

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

To thrive as a Perinatal Educator, you need a background in nursing, midwifery, or health education, with specialized training or certification in perinatal education. Familiarity with childbirth education curricula, teaching aids, and electronic presentation tools is typically required. Excellent communication, empathy, and group facilitation skills help engage and support expectant parents. These skills are vital for providing accurate information, fostering confidence, and promoting positive health outcomes during the perinatal period.

What is the difference between Perinatal Educator vs Childbirth Educator?

AspectPerinatal EducatorChildbirth Educator
CredentialsCertifications in perinatal health, childbirth education, CPRCertifications in childbirth education, CPR, sometimes lactation consulting
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, community centers, prenatal classesHospitals, childbirth classes, community settings
Industry UsageFocuses on pregnancy, labor, postpartum, and newborn careFocuses primarily on childbirth preparation and labor techniques

Perinatal Educators provide comprehensive education on pregnancy, labor, postpartum, and newborn care, often covering a broader scope. Childbirth Educators specifically focus on preparing expectant parents for labor and delivery. While both roles involve teaching and certification, Perinatal Educators typically have a wider range of topics and certifications, making them distinct in scope and training.

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Infographic showing various Perinatal Educator job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 18% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $47,928 per year, or $23 per hour.

Perinatal Educator - Systemwide - Casual/Per-Diem

Scripps Health

La Jolla, CA • On-site

Per diem

Posted 24 days ago

Scripps Health rating

8.6

Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

Based on 142 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

7th of 898 rated healthcare providers

Job description

This is a casual/per-diem position with a varied schedule that may include days, evenings, nights, and weekends.

Position will primarily teach at Scripps Mercy San Diego (Hillcrest) while supporting the systemwide programs as needed.  

Join the Scripps Health team and work alongside passionate caregivers and provide patient-centered healthcare. Receive endless appreciation while you build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations nationwide.

Why join Scripps Health?

At Scripps Health, your ambition is empowered and your abilities are appreciated:

  • Nearly a quarter of our employees have been with Scripps Health for over 10 years.
  • Scripps is a Great Place to Work Certified company for 2026
  • Scripps Health has been consistently ranked as a top employer for women, millennials, diversity, and as an overall workplace by various national publications.
  • Beckers Healthcare ranked Scripps Health on its 2026 list of 150 top places to work in health care.
  • We have transitional and professional development programs to create a learning environment that enables you to thrive in your specific field as well as in your overall career.
  • Our specialties have been nationally recognized for quality in areas such as cardiovascular care, oncology, orthopedics, geriatrics, obstetrics and gynecology, and gastroenterology.

We invite you to join our Perinatal Education team as a Perinatal Educator.

The Perinatal Educator for Scripps Center for Community Health and Advocacy is a Certified Childbirth Educator and/or a Certified Lactation Educator. In addition, they are responsible for:

         Teaching standardized perinatal education programs throughout the Scripps Healthcare System.

         The Educator is an active team member who works closely with the Lead Perinatal Educator and Supervisor in the development of and implementation of perinatal education programs.

         The Educator performs other duties as assigned.

Preferred Education/Experience/Specialized Skills/Certification:

         Baccalaureate degree in nursing, education or another field.

Required Education/Experience/Specialized Skills: 

         Accomplished adult and/or child teaching skills, excellent communication and organizational skills, ability to function with minimal supervision, bilingual an advantage, strong personal and professional commitment to adult and/or child education programming.

         Previous experience with adult and/or child learning systems/theory.

         Certified Childbirth Educator and/or Certified Lactation Educator with one year teaching experience in Perinatal Education.

 Required Certification/Registration:

  • Childbirth Education and/or Lactation Educator certification.

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As a nationally recognized health system, Scripps Health is committed to providing the highest quality care to our patients. Through collaboration and innovation, our healthcare professionals lead the frontier in caring for our community. With a culture centered around teamwork, each laboratory site serves as a resource of support for each other, setting our laboratories as the benchmark for standardization.

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10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

San Diego, CA, US

Year founded

1924

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