GANG ALTERNATIVE INC
Location
Miami, Florida
Salary
$15 / HOUR
This position supports the Site Coordinator by providing direct instruction, supervision, care, and logistical support for the GPS afterschool program serving K-8th grade children. Responsibilities include facilitating specialty sessions like reading or arts, assessing student progress, and ensuring children's daily needs, including homework and nutrition, are met.
Candidates must be able to work in-person in Miami, possess reliable personal transportation and a cellular phone, and demonstrate experience working with children in grades K-8. Preferred qualifications include bilingualism in Creole or Spanish, and required qualifications include passing a criminal background check and obtaining a Florida Child Care Professional Certificate.
$20.00/hr (non- negotiable) Qualifications and Competencies Bilingual (Creole or Spanish) Preferred A.A. or Degree in Education or High school student graduate Available to work the required program hours Reliable personal transportation and personal cellular phone Demonstrated experience working with children in K-8th Positive response to criminal background check (fingerprint) Basic Computer skills Must obtain a Florida Child Care Professional Certificate
This position is responsible for providing program support to the Site Coordinator in ensuring that the work of the GPS program including logistical and communication support to coordinate program business, administrative matters and to provide direct instruction, supervision, care and support of children served in program. GPS Instructor services include: facilitating session outreach and resource development including linking clients to appropriate support services as directed by the Site Coordinator. Essential
Direct instruction of children/youth, with each site location needing one of the following specialty areas: reading, social skills, physical education, arts Assessment testing of students within assigned specialty area (pre-, mid-, post) Create a positive, enriching academic environment for the children Assist and engage children with completion of the daily school homework and attendance Creative and works independently with the children Make sure the children’s nutritional needs are met through the daily snack (or lunch/snack during longer program day.) Follow the daily activity schedule set by the Site Supervisor Model and reinforce the washing of hands and cleanliness, especially before meals/snacks and after using the bathroom Demonstrate respect for parents at all times and invite them to join in regular program activities and special parent events Maintain a clean suitable/safe area for the children Attend staff trainings outside of program hours to improve professional skills and enhance the program activities Assist children in the use of educational computer lab Participate in agency meetings, in-service trainings and workshops as deemed appropriate. Abide by all HIPAA rules and regulations. Maintain strict confidentiality when handling client information. Perform other Duties as necessary Qualifications
Market context
In Florida, support roles in this category often draw steady interest because schools and care settings need reliable staff who can meet basic eligibility and safety requirements. Competition can hinge on experience with children, physical readiness, and flexibility, so review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time before applying. A practical next step is to confirm your medical clearance and highlight any one-year child-care experience, since those details can strengthen your application.
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