Pre-K Teacher

Pre‑K Teacher – Operation PAR, Inc.

Join our team at Operation PAR, Inc., a non‑profit organization that has been delivering comprehensive behavioral health treatment in West Florida since 1970. We offer a full continuum of services for individuals with substance use and/or mental health disorders.

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 to 5 weeks/year after 5 years.
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Tuition reimbursement
• Continuing education; reimbursement for professional certifications, licensure, and qualified supervision

Educator with knowledge of adult and child learning skills and behaviors. Uses quality teaching methods and techniques. Performs instructions according to education plans. Adheres to the educational development plans. Performs duties in an ethical and caring manner.

• Commitment to a workplace of dignity and respect.
• Compliance with all Equal Employment Opportunity rules and guidelines.
• Ability to work with others cooperatively and cordially in a spirit of teamwork.
• Ability to appear at work as scheduled, mindful of the company’s attendance policies.
• Ability to accept direction from managers and supervisors in a respectful and collaborative manner.

• 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.
• Completion of the minimum 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 related regulations.
• Knowledge of teaching children 0‑5.
• Ability to interact positively, productively, and effectively 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.

• Valid driver’s license.
• Must pass a Level II background check and drug screen.
• Must maintain current training as required by Operation PAR, Inc. policies.

• Ability to write accurately and legibly.
• Moderate proficiency in the use of Microsoft Windows‑based computers.
• Ability to type at least 40 words per minute accurately.
• Ability to sit at a desk and view a display screen for extended periods.
• Ability to bend, stoop, reach, lift, and carry up to 10 pounds.
• Ability to sit in meetings for extended periods.
• Ability to move throughout program facilities both indoors and outdoors.

Reasonable accommodations will be made for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability. Veterans are 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.