Are you interested in a career working with children from birth to age 5? The Early Education Internship Program offered by the Early Learning Coalition of Miami-Dade/Monroe and CareerSource South Florida provides an opportunity to work in an early learning program, take early education classes and train to become an early educator. The program pays $13.88/hour, runs 12-16 weeks and will help you earn a 45-hour certificate from the Department of Children and Families, as well as a Pre-Child Development Associate (CDA) training certificate. Interns must be 18 years or older, a Miami-Dade or Monroe County resident, be registered to work in this country and complete a background check. For more information or to sign up call CareerSource South Florida at 305.929.1519.

The Build A World Of Play Challenge is open to organizations worldwide. The Challenge seeks evidence-based, innovative solutions to critical issues, such as access to quality early childhood education and care, adequate nutrition, eradication of toxic stress in homes and communities, reduction of violence in homes and communities, protection from pollution, and supporting the social and emotional well-being of the whole family. Proposed solutions should make a substantial contribution to the lives of children from birth to six years old and spark a global movement to prioritize early childhood development. The Challenge will provide $143 million to transformative ideas that help solve the biggest global challenges facing children from birth to age six.

Calling all educators, teaching artists, clinicians, and cultural program administrators! Join AKI for an interactive, engaging & mindful afternoon sponsored by the Miami-Dade Department of Cultural Affairs. Tap into your inner child and experience this innovative practice through creative mindfulness activities and thought-provoking dialogue. Email below for more information:

Overtown Youth Center is recruiting individuals (18+) to participate in a 6-week job training program. Participation is free and will include interactive classes (Tuesdays, 5-8 p.m., Thursdays, 5-8 p.m.) focused on customer service skills, understanding the banking industry, and interview preparation. Program benefits include: networking opportunities, resume assistance, and job placement assistance. Graduates will receive a free laptop upon completion.

Miami-Dade County Public Schools (M-DCPS) is offering free homework help exclusively to its K-12 students through Pop N' Prep. The help is provided by certified M-DCPS teaches and is available Mondays through Thursdays, from 4-8 p.m. Session last 20 to 30 minutes and include math, language arts, science, history and more. To sign up, students must have access to Microsoft Teams, visit the Pop N' Prep website (link below) and fill out a student session registration form.

The Postpartum Healing and Education Center is providing training to nurturing parent facilitators in Spanish on March 9-11, from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. via Zoom. The training is also available on April 11-13, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. via Zoom. Contact Ana Romero at 305.450.8445 or email below for more information or to register.

The Comcast NBCUniversal Foundation and NBCUniversal Local announced the return of their “Project Innovation” competitive grant challenge in 11 markets, including Miami-Fort Lauderdale (WTVJ, WSCV).

Applications can be submitted online between February 18 and March 25 at nbcuprojectinnovation.com or in Spanish at nbcuproyectoinnovacion.com. Grant winners will be announced later this year.

For 2022, $3.475 million in grants to eligible nonprofits in the following four grant categories:

Key grant eligibility requirements: 501(c)(3) nonprofit’s headquarters and/or the program for which the organization is applying must be located in a participating market, service the market they operate from, have had total expenses of more than $100,000 (defined by the organizations most recent 990 IRS filing), and its programs must help to resolve everyday community issues in any of the four grant categories.

Register today for a free, live webinar to learn more about child abuse, trauma, and exploitation:

The Institute for Child and Family Health (ICFH) provides mental health services including Individual/family therapy and psychiatry for children and adolescents in Miami-Dade County. The institute accepts most Medicaid HMO’s and has funding for children of low-income families who do not have insurance. ICFH also provides individual/family therapy and psychiatry services for adults who have Medicaid.

For more information call 305.274.3172.

Part-time college success coach needed at Miami Dade College. Pay is $15.12- $26.18 per hour. To apply, visit: www.mdc.edu/jobs and search for Job Opening ID: 1002943. The position oversees the recruitment and retention efforts of the Young Parent program. It also engages students in proactive interventions to ensure they stay on track towards their academic goals and intervenes when students are identified as at-risk. Provides students with academic supports as needed, and connects with wrap-around services.

Jewish Community Services is seeking a job development/engagement coordinator to work with job seekers and employers to achieve proper job placement and fulfill employer needs. This role is responsible for matching job seekers to positions on the JWorks website as well as other employment sites. Bachelor's degree in Counseling, or related field, required. Minimum of 2 years administrative support experience, preferred. Non-profit experience, preferred; previous experience in HR or Recruiting, a plus.

The United Way Miami team is looking to create a strong Miami and seeking to hire the following positions: infant toddler teacher (various sites), senior administrator, EHS-CCP senior director, EHS-CCP implementation coach specialist. For more career opportunities and detailed job descriptions please visit link below:

Reporting to the CEO, the VP of Development’s primary responsibility is to develop, diversify and implement the strategic fundraising direction of ESSF. Together, with a hybrid team of fundraising and communications staff, the VP of Development manages all strategies for prospect identification, donor cultivation, solicitation and stewardship. He/she will spend 60-70% of their time engaging donors and be responsible for direct solicitations that contribute over $14M to the annual budget.

Easterseals is looking for motivated and creative teachers and teacher assistants to join them. Classrooms have low teacher-to-student ratios (1:3) and several free professional development opportunities working with children with special needs. Onsite and offsite field trips and enrichment activities such as petting zoo, carnival, sensory experiences and music therapy among others. Don't miss this opportunity. Apply below:

The Grants & Communications Writer is a critical member of the Development and Communications team and is primarily responsible for identifying funding opportunities from public and private sources, and writing polished proposals and grant applications to secure new and renewed funding, which will support fundraising efforts to meet an annual budget of $4.4M. The position will also support story development and organizational communications.

The Grants & Communications Writer must be highly organized, detail-oriented and able to work efficiently and creatively under deadline. The Writer will work closely with Program Leadership, including the Chief Strategy Officer, and should have strong research and logic skills.

The Assistant Site Director (ASD) is responsible for the efficient and effective delivery of programs and services that most directly affect Breakthrough Miami Scholars and families. An ASD oversees campus or site logistics, unpaid student volunteers and some stipended positions, such as Teaching Fellows. As an ambassador of the program, the ASD builds supportive relationships with students, parents, schools, the community and other stakeholders to ensure the academic and socio-enrichment success of all Breakthrough Scholars.

The individual in this role is organized, self-motivated and collaborative, with strong communication skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

For more information, visit the Breakthrough Miami Careers page.

Send a cover letter and resume to the attention of Nicole Gray, Business Manager at careers@breakthroughmiami.org.

Plans, conducts and supervises activities with a group of children. These activities will be in an indoor/outdoor setting aimed at promoting social, emotional, intellectual and physical development of the children. Prepares daily lesson plans, prepares parent conferences, home visit reports, educational progress reports, and maintains a positive atmosphere in the classroom. Minimum Qualification: Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education, Level II Background Screening.

Plans, conducts and supervises activities with a group of children. These activities will be in an indoor/outdoor setting aimed at promoting social, emotional, intellectual & physical development of the children. Qualification: DCF 45 hours, a CDA credential or a state-awarded certificate that meets or exceeds the requirements for a CDA credential, enrolled in a program that will lead to a degree or, enrolled in a CDA credential program to be completed in 2yr, Level II Background Screening.

Oversees the implementation and compliance of the health, mental health, and disabilities aspects of the program. Assist parents with services for their child, establish partnership agreements with health, mental health, and disability providers, track referrals, follow-up, evaluations, re-evaluations, and all relevant meetings, etc. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Science, Nursing, Health Administration, Social Work, Psychology. Level II Background Screening required.

Provides responsive care, effective teaching and an organized learning environment that promotes health development & children's skill growth. Emphasize nurturing and responsive practices, interactions, & environments that foster trust & emotional security, are communication & language rich, promote social, emotional, behavioral, & language development & support all children's engagement in learning experiences and activities. Qualification: HS Diploma, DCF Training Hrs, Level II Background.

Thriving Mind South Florida, the Regional Managing Entity, seeks a Prevention Coordinator to support the Prevention System of Care Department. Not a direct service position - oversight of community service providers. Master’s Degree in behavioral health field + five years experience in service provision; emphasis on compliance, outcome-based results; conducting meetings; provision of technical assistance. See below for more information.

The Miami Beach Parks and Recreation Department seeks year-round part-time recreation leaders to assist in the planning, organizing, directing and promoting of recreational activities and events for all age groups. Work involves the adapting of programs to meet the needs, interests, and abilities of all patrons. Valid Florida Driver’s License with acceptable driving record and two months full-time paid experience or college equivalent classes required. First aid and DCF certification preferred.

The Miami Beach Parks and Recreation Department seeks inclusionary aides to provide one-on-one assistance to children with moderate to severe special needs participating in recreational programs. Work involves the adapting of programs to meet the needs, interests, and abilities of all patrons. Associate's Degree and/or two years working with children/adults with special needs, CPR and First Aid certifications required.

The City of Miami Beach seeks seasonal and part-time pool guards. The position assists year-round Recreation Division staff during a specific season (examples: summer, winter/spring breaks), or as needed by the division. This is general lifesaving work involving the preservation of safety and order at a municipal swimming pool. Certifications Required: Current certification in American Red Cross Community First Aid & Safety (includes CPR) and American Red Cross Lifeguard training.

The Melissa Institute is seeking a qualified professional to be an Office Manager and Communications Coordinator (OMCC). The OMCC is responsible for the efficient operation of TMI’s office and the effective coordination of both internal and external communications. The OMCC will work onsite 20 hours per week including mornings. Salary commensurate with experience: salary range $18 to 20K. For a full description of the OMCC's duties please email below:

The following positions are available at the Institute for Child and Family Health Inc.:

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