Temporary ASAS Component Leader 2026-2027

Florida International University; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Florida International University (FIU) in Miami is seeking a Temporary ASAS Component Leader for the 2026-2027 year. The role focuses on teaching literacy, fitness and social skills, and developing lesson plans, supervising students and administering assessments.

Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor’s in Education or related field, FDACF 45 hours training, credentialing certificates, and CPR/First Aid within specified timelines. The position is on-site with afternoon hours.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree Education, or related discipline.
• Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) 45 hours Child Care Facility Training.
• Florida Child Care Staff Credentialing Certificate must be obtained within 60 days.
• CPR/Standard First Aid Certification must be obtained within 30 days.
• Must be current Miami-Dade County Public School employee with at least one year of experience working with children within the school system or bachelor's degree in early childhood education, Child Development, or related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Supervises students at all times.
• Prepares weekly lesson plans and activities that reflect the required program curriculum and interacts with students to ensure that all students are always engage in the learning process.
• Works with outside contractors as directed to assure the smooth delivery of enrichment activities.
• Completes attendance accurately and reports absentees to the manager.
• Follows The Code of Student Conduct when disciplining students.
• Assists with the distribution, supervision, and clean-up of snacks in the cafeteria.
• Reports disruptive behavior to the program manager.
• Follows proper reporting of time worked by adhered to M-DCPS sign-in/out procedures and notifying the program manager of any absences in advance.

Education

Bachelor's degree Education, or related discipline

DCF 45 hours Child Care Facility Training

Florida Child Care Staff Credentialing Certificate

CPR/Standard First Aid Certification

Job description

About FIU

Florida International University is a Top 50, preeminent public research university with 55,000 students from all 50 states and more than 140 countries, as well as an alumni network of more than 340,000. Located in the global city of Miami, the university offers more than 200 degree programs at the undergraduate, graduate and professional levels, including medicine and law. FIU faculty are leaders in their fields and include National Academy members, Fulbright Scholars and MacArthur Genius Fellows. A Carnegie R1 institution, FIU drives impactful research in environmental resilience, health and technology and innovation. Home to the Wall of Wind and Institute of Environment, FIU stands at the forefront of discovery and innovation. With a focus on student success, economic mobility and community engagement, FIU is redefining what it means to be a public research university.

Job Summary

The Community Engagement Department is currently seeking a Temporary ASAS Component Leader 2026-2027 to join their team of professionals.

The Component Leader/Teacher will implement literacy, fitness and social skills activities, as well as assist in the implementation of Choice Classes and develops lesson plans, supervise students and administers all required assessments.

Duties Include

• Supervises students at all times.
• Prepares weekly lesson plans and activities that reflect the required program curriculum and interacts with students to ensure that all students are always engage in the learning process.
• Works in conjunction with outside contractors as directed to assure the smooth delivery of enrichment activities.
• Completes attendance accurately and reports absentees to the manager.
• Follows The Code of Student Conduct when disciplining students.
• Assists with the distribution, supervision, and clean-up of snacks in the cafeteria.
• Reports disruptive behavior to the program manager.
• Follows proper reporting of time worked by adhered to M-DCPS sign-in/out procedures and notifying the program manager of any absences in advance.
• Reports areas of concern to the program manager.
• Activity leaders must follow their schedules accurately. It is important to know where each student is at all times. If there is an emergency or a change of plan, the program manager needs to be notified immediately.
• Prepares supplies, materials, and other items needed before meeting the students. Discipline problems will be minimal if the students are engaged in meaningful, challenging and fun activities from the start of the class.
• Homework completion is an important component of the program. A quiet environment is needed during homework time. Component Leader/Teacher must walk around, assist and supervise the students and maintain an atmosphere conducive to studying and learning. Participates in professional development activities.
• Ensures cleanliness of classrooms, auditorium, and other areas where the program is held.
• Must attend mandatory monthly in-house program meetings and training sessions as well as checks e-mail daily.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree Education, or related discipline.

Bachelor's degree Education, or related discipline.

Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) 45 hours Child Care Facility Training.

Florida Child Care Staff Credentialing Certificate must be obtained within 60 days.

CPR/Standard First Aid Certification must be obtained within 30 days.

Desired Qualifications

• Must be current Miami-Dade County Public School employee with at least one year of experience working with children within the school system or bachelor's degree in early childhood education, Child Development, or related discipline. Certified teachers preferred.

Job Category

Temporary

Temporary Disclosure

As a temporary employee, you will not be eligible to participate in all employee benefit programs (e.g., paid leave, retirement, or tuition reimbursement). Under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA), a temporary employee who works on average 30 hours or more per week may be eligible to enroll in health care benefits. As a temporary employee, you are also eligible to enroll in supplemental plans (e.g. dental, vision,) which requires full payment on your part. Upon completing an assignment, employees may apply for a position on FIU Careers.

Work Schedule

• 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM

Advertised Salary

• $19.00-$26.00 per hour

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Criminal Background Check
• Fingerprinting Check

Clery Notice

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, the University Police department at Florida International University provides information on crimes statistics, crime prevention, law enforcement, crime reporting, and other related issues for the past three (3) calendar years. The FIU Annual Security report is available online at: https://police.fiu.edu/download/annual-security-fire-safety-report/. To obtain a paper copy of the report, please visit the FIU Police Department located at 885 SW 109th Avenue, Miami, FL, 33199 (PG5 Market Station).

Pay Transparency

Florida International University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

Notice of Non-Discrimination

FIU is a State University System of Florida member, Equal Opportunity, Equal Access, and Affiantitive Action Employer for individuals with disabilities and veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment decisions, programs, and events without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. For inquiries regarding non-discrimination, contact FIU's Office of Civil Rights at 305.348.2785 or email [e-mail].

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

Should you need an ADA accommodation to participate in a University event, program, or activity or need to request materials in an accessible format, please contact FIU's Office of Civil Rights (OCR) at 305-348-2785 or [e-mail]. All requests for ADA accommodation or accessible materials for this event must be submitted to OCR at least seven (7) business days prior to the event or at the earliest possible opportunity.