Teacher Assistant (5WKS PTO-$15.66 hr)

Local address: Center for Excellence in Early Education, 3250 SW 3 Ave, Miami, FL 33129. Salary Range: $15.66 hourly.

About the role

Help us make a difference in our community. United, we are tackling complex issues and turning contributions into real change. We fight for equitable access to quality education, financial security, and the health of everyone in our community. Join our team and join us in the fight for a stronger Miami!

Responsibilities

• Support the teacher and co-teacher in planning and implementing lesson plans, incorporating all components of the lesson plan, and leading large and small groups of children.
• Assist in coordinating and conducting developmental screenings, health services, and family services, including family visits and participation in planning, training, and parent meetings.
• In collaboration with the teacher and co-teacher, assist in providing experiences that build on children’s prior experiences and model appropriate behavior and expectations.
• Assist the teaching team in capitalizing on opportunities to help children build vocabulary.
• Assist the teacher and co-teacher in implementing a reflective curriculum that provides a balance supporting the child’s learning and meeting the individual needs of the group.
• Demonstrate cultural sensitivity and respect towards persons of different cultural, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds.
• Assist in the setup of the classroom environment by preparing materials and supplies in advance for the experiences.
• Under the guidance of the lead teacher, participate in the lesson plans and documentation of the classroom.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the Head Start performance standards and Educare model.
• Assist in filling and scanning documents from the classroom and other office requirements (e.g., assessments, screenings, home visit reports, and parent-teacher conferences).
• Assist in downloading and organizing pictures in the classroom folder.
• Acknowledge and respond to all parents and visitors in a friendly, courteous, and professional demeanor.
• Keep information confidential and share only with pertaining staff.
• Implement the touchpoint guiding principles and assumptions.
• Encourage the active participation of all parents in the classroom.
• Follow the guidance from the teaching team to review overall summary scores, subscales, and individual items from screenings and assessments.
• Supervise children, following all safety and health rules and knowing the number of children in groups at all times.
• Assist in keeping the environment safe, clean, and organized.
• Assist in completing appropriate documentation to report incidents and accidents.
• Demonstrate knowledge and flexibility in childcare practices, continuing ongoing professional development.
• Attend all required meetings/training and be punctual.
• Maintain confidentiality of children and their families.
• Maintain a relationship of cooperation and respect, participate in classroom and center events, and be open to communicating and collaborating at all times.
• Follow state, federal, and UWM guidelines.
• Be able to lift up to 40 pounds.
• Interact with children at all times and respond appropriately to multiple situations or emergencies.
• Communicate incidents/accidents to the supervisor and complete proper documentation.
• Maintain mental and physical alertness and an appropriate level of energy to perform essential job requirements.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Department of Children and Families – 45 hours (as required by the state of Florida and must have them prior to hiring).
• CDA credential within one year of employment.
• One (1) year of experience working with young children in a group setting.
• Beginning Internet Explorer, Intermediate Word, Beginning Excel, Beginning Outlook.
• Flexibility.
• Understand concepts around Visible Thinking, Multiple Intelligence, Dual Language, Inclusion, Early Literacy strategies, and Inquiry-Based Learning.

Benefits

• Paid Winter recess (two-week period) and Spring recess (one-week period).
• 10 Vacation Days Paid (amounts may vary based on roles, schedules, and years of service).
• 12 Days Holidays Paid.
• 12 PTO Days Paid.
• Competitive Health Benefits Package.
• Wellness Program Reimbursements up to $50/month.
• Short Term Disability at NO COST.
• Life Insurance & AD&D 2X Annual Salary at NO COST.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Retirement Plan UP TO 6% Employer Funding.
• Professional Development Opportunities.
• Discounted On-Site Early Childhood Care.
• Tuition Assistance for Early Education Degree.
• Free Monthly Transit Card.

Career Growth

We encourage you to grow by providing formal and informal development programs, coaching, and on-the-job challenges. We want you to ask questions, take chances, and explore the possible.