Miami Dade College
Early Head Start (EHS) Teacher (2 Positions Available)
Miami Dade College, Miami, Florida, us, 33222
Job Title:
Early Head Start (EHS) Teacher (2 Positions Available) Location:
North Campus Regular/Temporary:
Temporary Full/Part Time:
Full-Time Job ID:
1008704 Job Details
Job Family STAFF - Support Non-Exempt (SNE) Grade 10 Salary $19.39 - $24.07 Department Exploration Station Preschool Reports To Director Pre-School Closing Date October 25, 2025 FLSA Status Non-Exempt First Review Date September 3, 2025Position Overview The Early Head Start (EHS) Teacher works as a part of the EHS teaching team to provide developmentally appropriate activities in a safe, nurturing, and high-quality early childhood program. The position promotes the physical, social, emotional, and intellectual development of infants and toddlers while partnering with families and maintaining a healthy learning environment. This is a temporary position. What you will be doing
Provides responsive care to support children’s social and emotional well-being Assists with planning and executing developmentally appropriate environments, daily routines, and activities that encourage exploration and learning Conducts regular observations and screenings to monitor developmental progress Maintains a clean, organized, and secure classroom environment that meets health and safety standards Engages families as active partners in their child’s development through ongoing communication, conferences, and resources Establishes consistent routines, structure, and organization to ensure smooth classroom operations Follows all policies, procedures, and requirements set forth by Miami Dade College, Head Start Performance Standards, and funding agencies Participates in required trainings, professional development sessions, and reflective supervision to maintain and improve job performance Works cooperatively with co-teachers, leadership, and support staff to ensure quality program delivery Uses basic computer skills to document observations, assessments, and daily records Performs other duties as assigned What you need to succeed
Associate’s degree in early childhood education (ECE) a related field and National Child Development Associate (CDA), Florida Child Care Professional Certificate (FCCPC), or equivalent credential and prior experience working with infants and toddlers in a group setting preferred or have completed the Miami Dade College Apprenticeship Program for Teacher Assistant DCF 45 hours training must begin within the first 60 days of employment. All DCF 45 hours must be completed one year from the date the training began including passing competency exams Employee in this position is required to maintain the following in current and active status: Forty-five (45) hours of Professional Development each fiscal year (July/June), valid First Aid in Early Care and Adult-Child-Infant CPR certificate, a valid Florida DCF Staff Credential and valid DCF Clearance Letter All degrees must be from a regionally accredited institution Knowledge and understanding of College organization, goals and objectives, and policies and procedures Understanding of infant and toddler developmental milestones and best practices in early childhood education Knowledge of implementing and adapting HighScope curriculum for infants and toddlers Awareness of state and federal safety, health, and licensing requirements, including EHS Program Performance Standards Knowledge of tools and methods for observing, screening, and assessing young children's development Understanding the importance of respecting and incorporating diverse family cultures and backgrounds into teaching Ability to establish and maintain a safe, structured, and nurturing classroom environment Strong verbal and written communication skills for interacting with children, families and team members Skill in working as part of a teaching team to plan and deliver effective programming Basic computer skills for documentation, accessing resources and record-keeping Strong communication, classroom management, and organizational skills Show commitment to personal growth and ongoing professional development Ability to work in a multi-ethnic and multi-cultural environment with students, faculty, and staff Preferences
Certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such servicemembers and veterans, will receive preference and priority for this job vacancy. In addition, certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements outlined in this job vacancy and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled. Additional Requirements
The final candidate is to successfully complete a background screening and reference check process.
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Early Head Start (EHS) Teacher (2 Positions Available) Location:
North Campus Regular/Temporary:
Temporary Full/Part Time:
Full-Time Job ID:
1008704 Job Details
Job Family STAFF - Support Non-Exempt (SNE) Grade 10 Salary $19.39 - $24.07 Department Exploration Station Preschool Reports To Director Pre-School Closing Date October 25, 2025 FLSA Status Non-Exempt First Review Date September 3, 2025Position Overview The Early Head Start (EHS) Teacher works as a part of the EHS teaching team to provide developmentally appropriate activities in a safe, nurturing, and high-quality early childhood program. The position promotes the physical, social, emotional, and intellectual development of infants and toddlers while partnering with families and maintaining a healthy learning environment. This is a temporary position. What you will be doing
Provides responsive care to support children’s social and emotional well-being Assists with planning and executing developmentally appropriate environments, daily routines, and activities that encourage exploration and learning Conducts regular observations and screenings to monitor developmental progress Maintains a clean, organized, and secure classroom environment that meets health and safety standards Engages families as active partners in their child’s development through ongoing communication, conferences, and resources Establishes consistent routines, structure, and organization to ensure smooth classroom operations Follows all policies, procedures, and requirements set forth by Miami Dade College, Head Start Performance Standards, and funding agencies Participates in required trainings, professional development sessions, and reflective supervision to maintain and improve job performance Works cooperatively with co-teachers, leadership, and support staff to ensure quality program delivery Uses basic computer skills to document observations, assessments, and daily records Performs other duties as assigned What you need to succeed
Associate’s degree in early childhood education (ECE) a related field and National Child Development Associate (CDA), Florida Child Care Professional Certificate (FCCPC), or equivalent credential and prior experience working with infants and toddlers in a group setting preferred or have completed the Miami Dade College Apprenticeship Program for Teacher Assistant DCF 45 hours training must begin within the first 60 days of employment. All DCF 45 hours must be completed one year from the date the training began including passing competency exams Employee in this position is required to maintain the following in current and active status: Forty-five (45) hours of Professional Development each fiscal year (July/June), valid First Aid in Early Care and Adult-Child-Infant CPR certificate, a valid Florida DCF Staff Credential and valid DCF Clearance Letter All degrees must be from a regionally accredited institution Knowledge and understanding of College organization, goals and objectives, and policies and procedures Understanding of infant and toddler developmental milestones and best practices in early childhood education Knowledge of implementing and adapting HighScope curriculum for infants and toddlers Awareness of state and federal safety, health, and licensing requirements, including EHS Program Performance Standards Knowledge of tools and methods for observing, screening, and assessing young children's development Understanding the importance of respecting and incorporating diverse family cultures and backgrounds into teaching Ability to establish and maintain a safe, structured, and nurturing classroom environment Strong verbal and written communication skills for interacting with children, families and team members Skill in working as part of a teaching team to plan and deliver effective programming Basic computer skills for documentation, accessing resources and record-keeping Strong communication, classroom management, and organizational skills Show commitment to personal growth and ongoing professional development Ability to work in a multi-ethnic and multi-cultural environment with students, faculty, and staff Preferences
Certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such servicemembers and veterans, will receive preference and priority for this job vacancy. In addition, certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements outlined in this job vacancy and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled. Additional Requirements
The final candidate is to successfully complete a background screening and reference check process.
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