Parents as Teachers National Center
Education Administration ProgramsMissouri, United States201-500 Employees
Parents as Teachers National Center advances early childhood development, learning, and health by supporting parents and caregivers through an in-home visiting program that is grounded in research. It also functions as a center for innovation in effective practices and adaptable designs, coordinating an international network of organizations and professionals to reach families. It works with educators, child care providers, and health professionals to help families—including those most vulnerable—prepare children for school and to identify developmental or health concerns early. Based in St. Louis, Missouri, the organization operates across the United States and beyond, serving hundreds of thousands of families through its parent education model and in-home visits. A recent development is the announcement of PATCON26, the international conference scheduled for October 2026 in Portland, Oregon.