Infant & Toddler Early Education Aide

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Miami; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 52,533,000 - 55,977,000; Full time

Job summary

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Miami is seeking an Early Head Start Teacher Aid for a full-time on-site position in Miami, FL. The role requires a High School Diploma or GED and Head Start experience, with duties spanning class prep, child observation, meals, health and safety, and family engagement.

The incumbent will implement daily lesson plans, support infants and toddlers, and ensure proper enrollment, supervision, and compliance with program guidelines and regulations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 45 DCF hours, or completion within 90 days from the date of hire.
• National Child Development Associate, or completion within 24 months from date of hire.
• Supervised teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assures that at arrival each child gets individual attention and is gradually assisted to become part of the small group setting.
• Oversees the care, safety and well-being of the infant and toddler in care including children with special needs.
• Develops daily lesson plans and utilizes strategies according to funding sources requirements which addresses the children’s individual needs (physical, emotional, intellectual and social needs)
• Arranges the classroom/learning environment according to regulatory bodies and changes it throughout the year to reflect children’s interest and growth.
• Ensures that all children are dropped off and picked up by parent/legal guardian or authorized person whom does not pose a risk and as indicated in child enrollment form and center’s card.
• Promotes and maintains universal health and safety precautions. Ensure children are supervised at all times including nap time.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

45 DCF hours

National Child Development Associate

Supervised teaching experience preferred

Job description

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Miami is seeking an Early Head Start Teacher Aid for a full-time on-site position in Miami, FL. The role requires a High School Diploma or GED and Head Start experience, with duties spanning class prep, child observation, meals, health and safety, and family engagement.

The incumbent will implement daily lesson plans, support infants and toddlers, and ensure proper enrollment, supervision, and compliance with program guidelines and regulations.