Early Childhood Aide, PT

City of Miami•City of Miami, FL

About The Position

This part-time position in the Department of Human Services works in all aspects of the early childhood learning center, assisting the Early Childhood Educator or designee. The aide supports preschool children’s daily learning and care, helps maintain a safe, orderly, clean, and sanitary environment, and assists with classroom records, assessments, food program procedures, and communication with staff and parents. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and valid First Aid and Pediatric CPR training. Childcare facility experience and bilingual English/Spanish or English/Creole skills are preferred. The employee must complete specified Florida Department of Children and Families trainings within required timeframes, complete annual in-service training, maintain valid required trainings and certifications, and comply with applicable background-screening requirements. Applicants must submit proof of education and valid First Aid and Pediatric CPR training with their application.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid First Aid and Pediatric Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) training.
Complete the Florida Department of Children and Families 40-hour Introductory Child Care Training, Emergent Literacy for VPK Instructor, and Safe Sleep/Shaken Baby Syndrome trainings within 90 days of employment.
Possess Fire Extinguisher Training after 30 days of employment.
Complete 10 hours or 1.0 CEU of Florida Department of Children and Families in-service training each state fiscal year, July 1 through June 30.
Comply with Florida Statute Chapter 435.04 background-screening requirements and other applicable laws.
Maintain all required trainings and certifications as valid throughout employment.
Undergo a Level II background screening and screening through the Florida Clearinghouse.
Submit proof of education and valid First Aid and Pediatric CPR training with the employment application.
Completely detail work experience on the employment application and provide a valid email address for eligibility notifications.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience working in a childcare facility.
Bilingual in English and Spanish or English and Creole.

Responsibilities

Assist with planning and conducting daily activities for preschool children.
Plan teaching methods and techniques for preschool children.
Maintain an orderly physical environment conducive to children’s growth and development.
Attend staff and parent meetings.
Assist in observing and reporting individual and group behavior and encourage early intervention when needed.
Ensure the safety of all children.
Record and report incidents or injuries.
Assist with annual assessments for the Early Learning Coalition School Readiness Program.
Help the Early Childhood Educator maintain up-to-date daily classroom logs and implement weekly lesson plans.
Attend mandatory in-service trainings.
Assist with Child Care Food Program delivery and record keeping.
Change diapers following proper procedures for diaper changing and hand washing.
Maintain a clean and sanitary environment.
Immediately report suspicions of abuse to the administration and DCF.
Disinfect common areas, toys, and educational materials according to CDC Guidelines.
Follow health and sanitation procedures established by the Florida Department of Health.
Perform related work as required.