Who We Are
Parents as Teachers is a voluntary early childhood development program offering research-based curricula that help families raise children to be healthy, safe, and learning.
Our Mission
To promote the optimal early development, learning and health of children by supporting and engaging their families and caregivers.
Our Vision
All children will develop, learn and grow to realize their full potential.
Values & Beliefs
Our Goals
Deepen and Demonstrate Impact
Conduct increased levels of research and evaluation that strengthen the evidence-base for all our programming and services.
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Build Sustainable Growth
Grow the Parents as Teachers network to impact more families and children.
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Expand Leadership
Expand leadership role in the field of early childhood and parenting support through advocacy, convening, partnerships, collaborations and cross-sector initiative.
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Elevate Awareness and Understanding
Elevate awareness and understanding of Parents as Teachers in order to successfully and strategically expand its impact and support its growth.
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Strengthen Organizational Effectiveness
Strengthen organizational practices, structures and culture to fulfill the mission, vision, and goals and align with the values and operating principles of the organization.
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Our History
Parents as Teachers began in the early 1980s as a pilot program for first-time parents of newborns in the state of Missouri. Since then, we have expanded worldwide as a preeminent model for improving parent involvement during a child’s earliest development stages and increasing their readiness for school.