Museum VPK Teacher

Miami Childrens Museum Inc•Miami, FL

About The Position

Miami Children’s Museum is seeking a warm, creative, and dedicated Museum VPK Teacher to join our Early Childhood Institute! This is a unique opportunity to teach in an innovative, museum-based learning environment where curiosity, play, and child-led discovery guide the day. If you’re passionate about early childhood education, love hands-on projects, and thrive in a playful, Reggio-inspired setting — this is your next home!

Requirements

5+ years of related early childhood experience
Completion of DCF 45-hour training
VPK Instructor Emergent Literacy Course
Pediatric CPR & First Aid certification
Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with children and families

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Museum Studies, or related field (preferred)

Responsibilities

Lead a classroom of 3–5-year-old children with intention, compassion, and creativity.
Ensure children’s safety, wellbeing, and comfort throughout the day — including assisting with personal care when needed.
Plan and implement developmentally appropriate, Reggio Emilia-aligned lesson plans that encourage exploration, investigation, and self-expression.
Use museum exhibits and materials to bring learning to life through hands-on, project-based activities.
Create daily schedules balancing active/quiet and child-led/teacher-led moments.
Observe child development, document progress, and communicate with families using tools such as Ages & Stages (ASQ/ASQ-SE).
Prepare students for FAST STAR Early Literacy Assessments.
Foster language development through stories, music, drama, and conversation.
Support social-emotional growth through positive guidance and conflict resolution.
Collaborate with your team and participate in ongoing professional development (minimum 30 in-service hours).
Represent the values and philosophy of the Early Childhood Institute and Miami Children’s Museum.
Other duties as assigned.