United Way Miami Inc·Miami, Florida
The Resource Teacher I provides programmatic support to practitioners, children, and families while assisting the Center Director with daily operations and regulatory compliance. Responsibilities include classroom support, lesson plan development, facility maintenance, and ensuring adherence to health and safety standards.
$19.43 p/hr Location Address: Lillie C.
Evans: 1895 NW 75th Street, Miami, FL 33147
Paid Winter recess (two-week period) and Spring recess (one-week period) 10 Vacation Days Paid 12 Holiday Days 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 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 is hiring a Resource Teacher I to join our team. As a Resource Teacher I, you will be Responsible for providing programmatic support to practitioners, children, and families enrolled in the center. Assists the Center Director with the implementation of state regulatory guidelines and Head Start/Early Head Start Performance Standards.
Duties: and Responsibilities:
Program Management and Administration Assist the Center Director in ensuring the smooth daily operation of the center Act as a liaison between the Center Director and teachers Share responsibility for opening and closing the center Inform the Center Director of all incidents that occur pertaining to the daily operation of the program Update teachers’ bulletin board to highlight upcoming trainings and/or events In the absence of the Center Director, be available to receive current and prospective parents, listen and respond to inquiries, and lead tours of the center Maintain flexibility in schedule to adapt to the needs of the center; may include providing coverage in a classroom to maintain required ratios Classroom Support
Collaborate with classroom staff in the development of lesson plans, anecdotal observations, and screenings Observation: In partnership with the Director, observe the teachers’ interactions within the context of everyday experiences.
Focus observation on goals that were set forth during joint planning.
Document specific examples Feedback/Reflection: Engage in reflective dialogue with teachers.
Reflect on the impact on children and the learning that has taken place for children, as well as teachers.
Determine if additional supports are needed
Health, Safety, and Licensing Assist the Director in ensuring all center guidelines, licensing requirements, health regulations, fire codes, permits, and licenses remain current Follow EHS-CCP Health and Safety policies and procedures In partnership with the Director, ensure all accidents and incidents are documented, and notify parents as necessary Perform a monthly Health and Safety checklist for all classrooms Monitor Checklists: fridge log, fanny pack log, first aid checklist, volunteer log Center Maintenance Ensure the program provides a clean, safe, child-ready center at all times, with careful thought given to displays and the environment Monitor maintenance of facility, equipment, and supplies Support daily meal distribution, complete daily Meal Counts, and input meal numbers into the USDA report Regularly check supply inventory, request supplies (i.e., diapers and wipes each month), receive a monthly shipment of supplies, and coordinate proper storage Manage laundry operations Professionalism Positively project UWMD’s mission, goals, philosophies, and policies to parents, faculty, and the community. Demonstrate cultural sensitivity and respect towards persons of different cultural, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds Acknowledge and respond to faculty, families, and members of the community in a friendly, courteous, and professional demeanor Establish and maintain a relationship of cooperation and respect with co-workers, assuming a fair share of work Show initiative and model a professional work ethic Demonstrate knowledge and flexibility in child care practices and continue ongoing professional growth Keep abreast of trends and research in the Early Childcare field Attend all required meetings and trainings 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.
Education Requirements: Associate degree in Early Childhood Education or a related education field required. Candidates with a related education degree must have a minimum of 18 college credits in Early Childhood Education (ECE/EEC). The Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) 45-hour Child Care Training must be completed within 90 days of employment if not already obtained. Fifteen (15) hours of annual in-service training are required to maintain compliance. Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
Two or more years of experience working in an early childhood education setting preferred.
Knowledge of modern web browsers, Intermediate Word, Beginning Excel, and Beginning Outlook.
Flexibility. Understand concepts around Visible Thinking, Multiple Intelligences, Dual Language, Inclusion, Early Literacy strategies, and Reflective Supervision.
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Market context
Florida schools regularly seek classroom teachers, especially candidates who can lead instruction, plan lessons, and meet state certification and screening requirements. Competition often centers on classroom experience, subject fit, and readiness to complete Florida’s background check and education requirements. Review the AI-summarized job requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your credentials and prepare examples of lesson planning and classroom management before applying.