Nurturing EC Teacher Assistant — Hands-On Learning

Archdiocese of Miami; Miami (FL); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Agatha Catholic School, located near the FIU Sweetwater Campus in Miami, has an immediate opening for an Early Childhood Education Teacher Assistant for the 2026-27 school year.

The candidate will collaborate with the Early Education Teacher to create a nurturing, hands-on learning environment aligned with the Archdiocese of Miami’s mission. Qualifications include two+ years in an early education setting, DCF childcare certification with 40 hours training (preferred), current CPR, and strong

Qualifications

• Two or more years of experience in an early education classroom.
• DCF certification completed including 40 hours childcare training and all competency exams preferred.
• Current CPR Training.
• Proficiency in computer skills including MS Outlook, Word and instructional technologies preferred.
• Effective oral and written English communication skills.
• Must be of good moral character and supportive of the mission of the Roman Catholic Church; experience in Roman Catholic environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Early Education Teacher to plan and implement engaging early childhood activities.
• Support students in hands-on learning and exploration.
• Maintain a warm, welcoming classroom environment for students and families.

Job description

School Faculty - Other - St. Agatha Catholic School

Early Childhood Education Teacher Assistant
Published: 09/23/2026

St. Agatha Catholic School, located near the FIU Sweetwater Campus in Miami, has an immediate opening for an Early Childhood Education Teacher Assistant for the 2026-27 school year. The applicant must be a nurturing and dedicated professional with the ability to collaborate with the Early Education Teacher. The candidate performs all duties and responsibilities in alignment with the mission, vision, and values of the Catholic Archdiocese of Miami.

Qualifications:

• Two or more years of experience working in an early education classroom preferred.
• Department of Children & Families (DCF) certification completed including 40 hours childcare training and all competency exams preferred.
• Current CPR Training.
• Strength in creating a warm, welcoming environment for students and families.
• Ability to collaborate with teacher in encouraging students to discover and learn about the world through hands on learning.
• Proficiency in computer skills including MS Outlook, Word and instructional technologies preferred.
• Effective oral and written English communication skills, including clear speaking voice.
• Must be of good moral character and supportive and respectful of the mission and tenets of the Roman Catholic Church; experience in Roman Catholic environment preferred.
• Knowledge of basic tenets of the Catholic Church.
• Must have a professional demeanor.

Please note: In addition to the eligibility requirements indicated in the Archdiocese of Miami Policy "Creating and Maintaining a Safe Environment for Children and Vulnerable Adults,” the selected candidate for this entity must undergo a background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse and be granted a determination of eligibility as a condition of employment. For more information on the Clearinghouse please visit www.info.flclearinghouse.com/ .

Subject line should read: Early Childhood Teacher Assistant - PK2 through PK3.