Teacher, Early Childhood Education

Overview

Educator with knowledge of child learning skills and behaviors. Uses quality teaching methods and techniques for early education students ages 0-5. Performs instructions according to education plans. Adheres to educational development plans. Performs duties in an ethical and caring manner.

13800 66th St N, Largo, FL 33771

$16.45/yr - $20.45/yr

Operation PAR, Inc. is a non-profit organization offering the full continuum of services for individuals with substance use and/or mental health disorders. PAR has been providing comprehensive behavioral health treatment in west Florida since 1970 through advocacy, education, clinical services, and research.

• 9 paid holidays per year
• 3 weeks of PTO per year (on top of holidays). PTO increases to 4 weeks/year after 2 years of employment, and then to 5 weeks/year after 5 years of employment.
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• 401k matching
• Tuition reimbursement
• Continuing education, reimbursement for professional certifications, licensure and qualified supervision.

• High school diploma with 45 Clock Hours / CDA accepted with experience
• Associate degree or bachelor degree in Early Childhood Education, Special Education or a related field preferred
• Two years of experience in a licensed child care center with supervisory experience.
• Completion of the minimum number of academic hours required for teaching the special educational level assigned.
• Child Development License, CDA or valid State teaching certification preferred or must be enrolled for completion within the first nine (9) months of employment.

Childcare personnel must pass competency exams for the 40 hours of training or receive an educational exemption.

• Part 1 (30 hours):
  Child Care Facility Rules and Regulations (6 hours);
  Health Safety and Nutrition (8 hours);
  Identifying and Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect (4 hours);
  Child Growth and Development (6 hours);
  Behavioral Observation and Screening (6 hours)
• Part II (10 hours):
  Understanding Developmentally Appropriate Practices (5 hours) and one of the following:
  Infant and Toddler Appropriate Practices (5 hours);
  Preschool Appropriate Practices (5 hours);
  School-Age Appropriate Practices (5 hours)

• Knowledge of developmental milestones
• Knowledge of developmental delays and methods of addressing problems
• Knowledge of learning styles and appropriate teaching methods
• Knowledge of Pinellas County License Board, CCC and other related regulations
• Knowledge of teaching children 0-5
• Ability to interact in a positive, productive and effective manner with counselors, parents, medical personnel, and clerical staff
• Ability to work with parents in a positive, non-threatening manner
• Ability to display enthusiasm and create a warm, caring atmosphere of learning for the child and the parent

• Must pass a level II background check and drug screen.

Reasonable accommodations will be made for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability. Veterans encouraged to apply. Operation PAR Inc is a drug-free workplace that adheres to federal regulations as it pertains to marijuana use.

EOE/ADA/VETERANS/DFWP

• Entry level

• Part-time

• Education and Training
• Industries
• Non-profit Organizations