Teacher Assistant (5WKS PTO-$16.00 hr)

United Way Miami; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Winter recess

Spring recess

12 PTO Days Paid

Competitive Health Benefits Package

Wellness Program Reimbursements

Job summary

United Way Miami is hiring a Teacher Assistant to support teachers in planning and delivering early education activities. You will help implement lesson plans, supervise groups, and assist with health screenings and family services as part of a collaborative teaching team.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED with Florida 45 hours and a CDA in Infant/Toddler, plus at least one year of classroom experience. Familiarity with early literacy strategies and inclusive practices is valued.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; Florida 45 hours before hire; CDA Infant/Toddler preferred.
• At least 1 year of experience working with young children in a group setting.
• Proficiency with basic computer tools (Word/Excel/Outlook) and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and implementing lesson plans with the teacher and co-teacher.
• Lead large and small groups of children.
• Coordinate and conduct developmental screenings and health services; may involve family services.
• Support planning, training, and parent meetings as needed.

Skills

Flexibility

Visible Thinking

Multiple Intelligence

Dual Language

Inclusion

Early Literacy strategies

Inquiry-Based Learning

Education

High school diploma or GED

Florida 45 hours prior to hire

CDA (Infant/Toddler)

Tools

Internet Explorer

Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Description

Salary Range: $16.00 hourly
Local address: Center for Excellence in Early Education-3250 SW 3 Ave. Miami, FL 33129.

Benefits (The Good Stuff)

• Paid Winter recess (two-week period) and Spring recess (one-week period)
• 10 Vacation Days Paid*
• 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

*Vacation amounts may vary based on roles, schedules, and years of service.

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!

United Way Miami, Inc. is hiring a Teacher Assistant to join our team. As Teacher Assistant, you will 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, and health services, and may involve family services, depending on the number of scheduled hours for the position, including family visits and participation in planning, training, and parent meetings.

UWM is an equal opportunity employer and a drug‑free workplace, please visit our Career site homepage to view our EEO statement and Drug‑Free policy.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

Program:

• In collaboration with the teacher and co‑teacher assist in providing experiences that build on children’s prior experiences
• Model appropriate behavior and expectations
• In collaboration assist the teaching team in capitalizing on opportunities to help children build vocabulary

Program:

• Assist the teacher and co‑teacher in implementing a reflective curriculum that provides a balance that supports the child’s learning.
• Assist in meeting the individual needs of the group.
• Demonstrate cultural sensitivity and respect towards persons of different cultural, ethnic, and socio‑economic backgrounds.
• Assist the teacher and co‑teacher 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 the teaching team might need assistance with (it may include assessments, screenings, home visit reports, and parent‑teacher conferences)
• Assist in downloading pictures and organize them in the classroom folder

Staff/Parent interactions:

• Acknowledge and respond to all parents and visitors in a friendly, courteous, and professional demeanor.
• Keep information confidential and only shared with pertaining staff.
• Implement the touchpoint guiding principles and assumptions
• Encourage the active participation of all parents in the classroom

Use of data:

• Following the guidance from the teaching team look at the overall summary scores, subscales, and individual items from screening and assessments.

Health/Safety/Nutrition:

• 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.

Professionalism:

• 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.

Teamwork:

• Maintain a relationship of cooperation and respect, maintain confidentiality, and also
• Participate in classroom and center events.
• Be open to communicating and collaborate at all times by maintaining a cooperative attitude of working together with the teacher, co‑teacher, master teacher, family engagement, school director, and parents and volunteer in planning and implementing activities

Physical Demands:

• Follow state, federal, and UWM guidelines
• Be able to lift to 40 pounds
• Interact with children at all times
• 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

Education Requirements:

High school diploma/GED. Florida Department of Children and Families – 45 hours (as required by the state of Florida and must be completed before hiring); CDA with a focus in Infant/Toddler credential completed.

Experience Requirements:

One (1) year of experience working with young children in a group setting.

Technology Requirements:

Beginning Internet Explorer, Intermediate Word, Beginning Excel, Beginning Outlook.

Other Essential Knowledge/Skills:

Flexibility. Understand concepts around Visible Thinking, Multiple Intelligence, Dual Language, Inclusion, Early Literacy strategies, and Inquiry-Based Learning.

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.