Job description

ABOUT THE COMPANY:

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 (50% up to maximum of 6% employee contribution) available after 1 year of full-time employment.
• Tuition reimbursement
• Continuing education, reimbursement for professional certifications, licensure and qualified supervision.

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:

• Associate degree or bachelor degree in Early Childhood Education, Special Education or a related field.
• 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 completed within the first year of employment

CLOCK HOURS REQUIRED:

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:

• Child Development License, CDA or valid State teaching certification preferred or must be completed within the first year of employment
• Current driving license
• Current CPR and First Aid Certification
• HIV/AIDS training required every two years

TWO WORK LOCATIONS AVAILABLE:

1930 4th St, St Petersburg, 33705

13800 66th St N, Largo, 33771

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

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Largo, FL 33771: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Associate (Required)

Experience:

• teaching: 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

• Bilingual (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CPR Certification (Preferred)
• Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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