Teacher - One year olds

Parc Center for Disabilities; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental & vision insurance

HSA/FSA options

403(b) retirement plan

Paid holidays

Personal days

PTO days

Tuition reimbursement

Ongoing training

Job summary

Parc Center for Disabilities seeks a compassionate Classroom Teacher for one year olds at its Discovery Learning Center, an on-site, full-time preschool in Florida. The role emphasizes inclusion, development across domains, and family partnerships.

The position operates Monday–Friday, 8:30am–5:30pm, with a strong focus on safety, licensing standards, and individualized learning plans. Benefits support educators’ well-being and professional growth.

Qualifications

• CDA or formal early childhood education credential.
• 45 clock hours, or will have within 30 days.
• Minimum 1 year of experience with young children.
• Experience supporting children with disabilities in education/childcare.
• Valid Florida Driver’s License with clean driving record.
• Ability to meet physical demands (standing, lifting up to 50 lbs).

Responsibilities

• Create a welcoming, inclusive classroom environment.
• Plan and lead engaging lessons using the Creative Curriculum.
• Support children with diverse needs using positive behavior strategies.
• Track developmental progress using Teaching Strategies Gold.
• Build partnerships with families through communication and conferences.
• Maintain accurate documentation to support individualized learning.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and leadership as a mission-driven team.
• Follow Pinellas County childcare licensing standards and safety requirements.
• Focus on quality care, strong relationships, and meaningful instruction.

Education

CDA or formal early childhood education

Job description

Description

Discovery Learning Center (DLC) at Parc Center for Disabilities
On-site | Full-Time | Non-Exempt

Monday–Friday 8:30am to 5:30pm

Make a Difference Where It Matters Most

At Parc Center for Disabilities, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to learn, grow, and experience life to the fullest. Our Discovery Learning Center is a warm, inclusive preschool serving children ages 2 months to 5 years, including children with diverse abilities.

We are currently seeking a compassionate, patient, and dedicated Classroom Teacher for one year olds who is passionate about early childhood education and inclusion. If you’re looking for a meaningful role where your work truly impacts children and families every day, this may be the perfect fit.

What You’ll Do

As a Teacher, you will help nurture each child’s social, emotional, cognitive, language, and physical development through engaging and developmentally appropriate learning experiences.

Key responsibilities include:

• Creating a welcoming, inclusive classroom environment where every child feels safe, supported, and valued
• Planning and leading engaging lessons using the Creative Curriculum, including music, art, sensory play, and hands-on learning
• Supporting children with diverse needs using positive behavior support strategies
• Tracking developmental progress using Teaching Strategies Gold
• Building strong partnerships with families through open communication and conferences
• Maintaining accurate documentation and records to support individualized learning
• Collaborating with fellow teachers, therapists, and leadership as part of a mission-driven team
• Following Pinellas County Childcare Licensing Standards and all safety requirements
• Our classrooms are staffed based on children’s needs, not just minimum ratios, allowing you to focus on quality care, strong relationships, and meaningful instruction.

Requirements

Requirements

What We’re Looking For

• CDA (Child Development Associate) or formal early childhood education
• 45 clock hours, or will have within 30 days
• Minimum 1 year of experience working with young children
• Experience supporting children with disabilities in an educational or childcare setting
• Valid Florida Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record
• Ability to meet physical demands of the role (standing, lifting up to 50 lbs., active supervision)

Ideal Candidate Qualities

• A genuine passion for working with children and families
• Patience, empathy, and a strong commitment to inclusion
• Knowledge of developmental delays and disabilities (e.g., ASD, ADHD, sensory needs)
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to adapt teaching strategies to meet individual learning styles

Schedule

Monday–Friday 8:30am to 5:30pm On-site position

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• We value our educators and offer a competitive, well-rounded benefits package, including:
• 10 Paid Holidays
• 2 Personal Days
• 18 PTO Days
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Short-Term Disability, Life & AD&D, Accident & Critical Illness Coverage
• HSA & FSA options
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Ongoing training and professional development

Additional Requirements

• Level II Background Check required
• Drug-Free Workplace
• This position requires screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. Learn more at https://info.flclearinghouse.com

Join Our Mission

Located on the Parc campus, Discovery Learning Center offers a supportive, collaborative, and people-first environment where your work is appreciated—and your impact is real.

Parc Center for Disabilities is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recruit, hire, train, compensate, and promote individuals based on qualifications, merit, and organizational needs, and make all other employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.In alignment with our mission, we are fully committed to an accessible recruitment process.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply or interview, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail] or [phone]. All requests are handled confidentially.Parc is a Drug-Free Workplace. Employment is contingent on successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening and a Level II background check, as required by Florida law for positions serving vulnerable individuals.