Preschool Infant/Toddler Teacher Position Available In Pinellas, Florida

Preschool Infant/Toddler Teacher Operation Par Inc. – 3.0 Saint Petersburg, FL Job Details Full-time $15.45 – $17.51 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications Teaching Certification Mid-level High school diploma or GED Driver’s License Supervising experience Associate’s degree 2 years Child Development Associate Certification Teaching Full Job Description

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION

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.

BENEFITS

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.

LOCATION

: 1930 4th St S, St. Petersburg, FL 33710 or 13800 66th St N, Largo, FL 33771

JOB SUMMARY:

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.

Classroom Ratio:

1:9

EDUCATION:

High school diploma with 45 Clock Hours / CDA accepted with experience Associate degree or higher in 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 months of employment.

CLOCK HOURS REQUIRED

(or obtained within first 90 days 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 (1) of the following: Infant and Toddler Appropriate Practices (5 hours) Preschool Appropriate Practices (5 hours) School-Age Appropriate Practices (5 hours)

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

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 of interact in a positive, productive and effective 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

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Current driver’s license Must pass a level II background 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