First Presbyterian Preschool
Part-Time Preschool Teacher
Part Time • Sarasota
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Competitive salary
- Employee discounts
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- Tuition assistance
- Vision insurance
Part-Time Preschool Teacher
22–30 hrs/week (M–F) CDA/AA/BA or higher
First Presbyterian Preschool – Sarasota, FL
2050 Oak St, Sarasota, FL 34237
Pay: $18.00–$25.00/hour
Part-Time: 22–30 hours per week
First Presbyterian Preschool – Sarasota, FL
2050 Oak St, Sarasota, FL 34237
Pay: $18.00–$25.00/hour
Part-Time: 22–30 hours per week
Join Our Wonderful Preschool Community!
Our play-based program is a place where children learn, grow, and thrive. We focus on building a strong foundation for future learning, social-emotional development, and self-regulation. We know that all learning takes place in the context of relationships, and our connections with students, families, and staff are second only to safety. Our passionate staff approach their work with dedication and care, putting in 100% each day to create a supportive environment where we guide our students to reach their full potential as thoughtful, resilient, and compassionate adults.
First Presbyterian Preschool is seeking a qualified, energetic, and nurturing teacher to join our nationally accredited early childhood program. We pride ourselves on a low student-to-teacher ratio, a collaborative team environment, and a commitment to fostering joyful, developmentally appropriate learning experiences for children ages 2–5.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement creative, engaging lesson plans rooted in developmentally appropriate practice
- Observe and support each child's social, emotional, and cognitive development
- Encourage cooperation, problem-solving, and conflict resolution among peers
- Foster artistic, practical, and critical thinking skills through hands-on activities
- Track developmental progress and communicate daily with families
- Maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming classroom environment
- Collaborate with colleagues and attend weekly/monthly planning meetings
- Complete a minimum of 25 hours of continuing education annually
- Ensure compliance with all licensing and health & safety standards
What We’re Looking For
- Completion of Florida DCF 45-hour mandated training
- 3-5 years of experience in a preschool or early childhood setting
- Strong communication and instructional skills
- Friendly, calm, and dependable personality with a practical mindset
- Ability to build strong relationships with children and families
Compensation & Schedule
This is a part-time position, ranging from 22 to 30 hours per week. Our pay structure includes two rates based on responsibilities:
This is a part-time position, ranging from 22 to 30 hours per week. Our pay structure includes two rates based on responsibilities:
- $18–$25/hour for core morning teaching hours, Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM (20 hours per week)
- $18/hour for additional responsibilities, including planning time, staff meetings, Lunch Bunch, enrichment programming, and preparing for conferences and Brightwheel messaging
Why You'll Love Working with Us
- Consistent weekday schedule (M–F)
- Paid time off
- Employee tuition discounts
- Ongoing professional development
- Strong team culture and family partnerships
- A warm, inclusive workplace where your contributions are valued
About the Role
This position is ideal for someone who has a deep love for children, patience, and a strong understanding of early childhood education best practices. The teacher will create a classroom that nurtures social-emotional growth, creativity, problem-solving, and kindergarten readiness through a thoughtfully constructed, play-based curriculum.
This position is ideal for someone who has a deep love for children, patience, and a strong understanding of early childhood education best practices. The teacher will create a classroom that nurtures social-emotional growth, creativity, problem-solving, and kindergarten readiness through a thoughtfully constructed, play-based curriculum.
About Us
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, and capacity for connection in a safe and loving environment.
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, and capacity for connection in a safe and loving environment.
Want to learn more about First Presbyterian Preschool? Take a sneak peek into our classrooms and see what a typical day looks like! Visit our website and follow us on social media for updates, photos, and a closer look at our preschool community.
- Website: firstprespreschoolsarasota.org
- Instagram: firstprespreschoolsrq
- Facebook: First Presbyterian Preschool Sarasota
Ready to Make a Meaningful Impact?
We’d love to meet you—apply today and join our preschool family!
Equal Opportunity Employer
License Number 58-51-00081
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
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Education:
- CDA/associate’s degree or higher
Work Location: In person
Compensation: $18.00 - $25.00 per hour
The Association for Early Learning Leaders is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that has been serving directors, owners and administrators of early care and education programs since 1984. Our goal is to strengthen the knowledge, skills and abilities of directors, owners, emerging leaders and other early learning professionals to ensure quality programs for young children.
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Excellent job outlook! - Childcare will always be needed and is a consistent and growing industry.
Consistent work schedules with minimum or no weekend work
Great job satisfaction and you get to learn new things every day! Working together, you help children to become their best selves, and they teach you in return.