First Presbyterian Preschool
Location
Sarasota, Florida
Salary
$18 - $25 / HOUR
The role involves serving as a co-teacher for the Young Twos classroom on Tuesdays and Thursdays to support early developmental growth. On other weekdays, the employee acts as a school-wide floater assisting various classrooms and enrichment programs.
Candidates must hold a CDA, Associate's, or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education and complete the Florida DCF 45-hour mandated training. Preference is given to those with 3-5 years of experience working with toddlers or preschool-aged children.
401(k) matching Competitive salary Employee discounts Paid time off Training & development Tuition assistance Vision insurance Young Twos Co-Teacher & Preschool Floater (Part-Time- CDA/AA/BA Required)
22–30 Hours per Week (Monday–Friday) | CDA, AA, BA, or Higher
First Presbyterian Preschool – Sarasota, FL
2050 Oak Street, Sarasota, FL 34237
$18.00–$25.00 per hour
Join Our Wonderful Preschool Community!
First Presbyterian Preschool is seeking a warm, nurturing, and experienced teacher to join our nationally accredited early childhood program as a co-teacher in our Young Twos Classroom and a valued member of our school-wide teaching team.
At First Presbyterian Preschool, we understand that the developmental differences between a newly turned two-year-old and an older two-year-old can be significant. To best support children's growth, we thoughtfully divide our two-year-old program by developmental stage. Our Young Twos class serves children with primarily spring and summer birthdays and is intentionally designed to meet the unique needs of younger two-year-olds as they develop language, independence, self-regulation, and social skills.
This small class has a maximum enrollment of eight children, allowing teachers to build meaningful relationships and provide individualized support during this important stage of development.
Our play-based program is built on the belief that all learning happens within the context of relationships. We value strong connections with children, families, and colleagues and are committed to creating a joyful, safe, and nurturing environment where every child can thrive.
This position includes serving as a co-teacher in our Young Twos Classroom on Tuesdays and Thursdays. The teacher will collaborate closely with their teaching partner to create a warm, responsive environment where children feel secure, capable, and excited to learn through play.
00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and maintains a maximum enrollment of eight children. This classroom is intentionally designed for children with primarily spring and summer birthdays, recognizing that the developmental differences between younger and older two-year-olds can be significant.
On Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, the teacher will serve as a school-wide floater, supporting classrooms throughout the preschool. Responsibilities may include assisting teachers, supporting Lunch Bunch and enrichment programs, covering absences, helping with transitions, and providing an extra set of hands wherever needed.
This unique role is ideal for an educator who enjoys building relationships across multiple age groups while partnering with a co-teacher to nurture a small classroom of young learners. The ideal candidate is flexible, collaborative, and enjoys being an active member of the entire preschool community.
What We're Looking For: CDA, associate’s degree, bachelor’s degree, or higher in Early Childhood Education or a related field
Completion of Florida DCF 45-hour mandated training
3–5 years of experience working with toddlers or preschool-aged children preferred
Strong understanding of child development, particularly ages 2–3
Patient, calm, nurturing, and dependable
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Compensation & Schedule
This is a part-time position ranging from 22 to 30 hours per week.
$18–$25/hour for core morning teaching hours (Monday–Friday, 8: 00 AM–12:00 PM)
$18/hour for additional responsibilities, including planning time, Lunch Bunch, staff meetings, enrichment programming, conferences, and family communication
Why You'll Love Working With Us: Consistent weekday schedule (Monday–Friday)
Paid time off
Employee tuition discounts
Professional development opportunities
Supportive leadership and collaborative team culture
Low student-to-teacher ratios
Nationally accredited early childhood program
A warm, relationship-based environment where teachers are valued and supported
First Presbyterian Preschool is a joyful, play-based learning community serving children ages 2–5. Our mission is to nurture each child's natural curiosity, creativity, confidence, and capacity for connection in a safe and loving environment.
We believe that children learn best through meaningful relationships, hands-on experiences, and developmentally appropriate opportunities to explore the world around them. Our teachers are passionate professionals who work together to create a welcoming community for children and families.
Ready to Make a Meaningful Impact?
If you have a heart for young children and believe in the power of relationships, play, and developmentally appropriate practice, we'd love to meet you.
Apply today and become part of our preschool family!
License Number 58-51-00081 First Presbyterian Preschool is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and making all employment decisions based on individual merit, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or disability.
Job Type: Part-Time
Market context
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