EARLY CHILDHOOD INSTRUCTOR - City of Miramar, FL : Job Details

Salary : $36,676.99 - $53,721.21 AnnuallyLocation : Miramar, FLJob Type: ClericalDepartment: SOCIAL SERVICESOpening Date: 12/30/2024Closing Date: 1/20/2025 11:59 PM EasternJob Summary Under general supervision, provides instruction, care, and support for children ranging from three months old through fifth grade. Plans and implements developmentally appropriate and age-appropriate activities that encourage social, emotional, physical and cognitive development. Assists with the organization and delivery of various childcare activities using best practices. Promotes the Early Childhood program's mission and philosophy. Reports to the Early Childhood Site Supervisor. Essential Functions

• Ensures the safety and health of children by adhering to local and state regulations. Provides direct supervision at all times for children in their care
• Performs classroom instructional duties, creates and implements lesson plans that align with the program's curriculum.
• Fosters children's natural play, reading, and quiet-time activities, which encourage social interaction between children
• Maintains high moral standards; be well disposed around children. Exhibits professionalism at all times.
• Creates a safe and positive learning environment for young children incorporating creative and engaging teaching methods to cater to diverse learners.
• Manages classroom transitions, routines, and behavior issues effectively.
• Utilizes positive reinforcement techniques to promote children's social and emotional development.
• Assesses children's progress, sets goals, and adjusts curriculum based on individual needs. Conducts parent-teacher conferences.
• Keeps the center's supervisor informed of important information regarding the safety and well-being of children.
• Maintains open communication with parents and collaborates with parents to support children's learning at home.
• Attends and participates in staff meetings, center events, and parent meetings.
• Supervises assigned childcare service areas; including but not limited to ensuring that safety precautions are observed; overseeing the use of equipment and materials.
• Cares for and maintains assigned equipment, teaching aids and materials.
• Provides direction and mentors subordinates and volunteers.
• Provides a supportive environment for program participants.
• Maintains a positive and creative personality to help children learn and have fun throughout the day.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent and 1 year of experience working with children in a licensed childcare facility; or an equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
• Must be certified in First Aid and Pediatric CPR, including management of a blocked airway and rescue breathing.

Special Requirements:Must meet one of the following:

• An undergraduate degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Social Work, Nursing, or other child-related field, and a
• Minimum of 1 year experience working in a childcare program serving children ages 0-5; or
• A national competency-based early childhood credential such as the CCP, CDA, or state equivalent (example, Florida Childcare Professional Credential), and 2 years of experience as a teacher serving the children of the age-groups in care; or
• A combination of coursework and experience including: a high school diploma or GED, a minimum of 4 college level courses in:
  • Early Childhood Education and Child Development, and a minimum of 3 years of experience working in a childcare program serving children ages 0-5.
• Must successfully pass a Level 2 background screening prior to interacting with children.
• Must successfully clear a sexual predator check prior to interacting with children.

Position Requirements/Qualifications KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of the principles, rules and equipment requirements of common childcare activities.
• Knowledge of safety precautions and basic emergency first aid procedures.
• Knowledge of English, including spelling, composition, and grammar.
• Ability to speak and write effectively.
• Ability to instruct individuals and groups in a variety of childcare activities.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, parents and the public.
• Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions.
• Ability to maintain routine records and prepare reports.
• Ability to adapt to an evolving and continually improving environment.
• Ability to respond to supervision, guidance and direction of superiors in a positive, receptive manner and in accordance with stated policies and procedures.
• Ability to demonstrate an understanding, consideration, and respect of cultural, religious, and gender differences when interacting with the general public and colleagues.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:Requires light physical effort including lifting up to 25 pounds. May require occasional crouching, kneeling, bending, or stooping. Frequent periods of standing or walking may be required.CITY OF MIRAMARThis is a union/represented position; the below summary of benefits provided by the City is applicable to all full-time positions covered under the G.A.M.E. Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).PAID TIME OFF

• City-Observed Holidays:Twelve (12) paid full-day holidays and two (2) paid half-day holidays (Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve) per year
• Personal Floating Holidays:Five (5) paid full-day floating holidays to use in addition to the existing observed holidays
• Sick Time: Employees earn sick time at the rate of one (1) day per month.
• Vacation Time: Employees earn vacation time from the date of hire and accrue hours bi-weekly based on the following service schedule:

Years of Service Vacation Hours per Year Less than 4 years 80 hours 4 - 9.99 years 120 hours 10 - 19.99 years 160 hours 20 - 29.99 years 200 hours Note: Accrued time (vacation and sick) begins from the first month of employment but cannot be accessed until after the third month of employment. INSURANCE

• Medical: The City offers three (3) medical insurance options through Aetna: HMO, POS & HDHP w/HSA. Eligibility date is based on the following schedule:

Hire Date Eligibility Date 1st - 15th of month (Ex: October 8th) 1st day of month (Ex: November 1st) 16th - end of month (Ex: October 18th) 1st day of next subsequent month (Ex: December 1st) Employees electing to waive medical coverage are eligible to receive a conditional opt-out incentive with proof of eligible coverage and completion of the applicable waiver forms.Medical Bi-weekly Payroll Deductions (2022 Plan Year): Employee Only Employee & Spouse Employee & Child(ren) Employee & Family HNO (Health Network Plan) $0.00 $145.44 $159.34 $253.02 HDHP w/HSA (High Deductible Health Plan w/Health Spending Account) $0.00 $122.17 $133.84 $212.53 POS (Managed Choice) $0.00 $212.93 $254.86 $404.70 Note: Completion of an annual preventative care physical is required to avoid an $15.00 per paycheck increase in the rates outlined above.Health & Wellness - The City sponsors its own Employee Health & Wellness Center with dedicated staff and sponsors a wide variety of wellness initiatives and programs powered by Vitality.

• Dental Coverage: The City offers two (2) dental options thorugh Delta Dental: HMO & PPO

Dental Bi-weekly Payroll Deductions (2022 Plan Year): Employee Only Employee & Spouse Employee & Child(ren) Employee & Family HMO Plan $0.00 $2.11 $2.41 $5.42 PPO Plan $0.00 $8.81 $7.20 $19.04

• Vision Coverage:The City offers two (2) tiered options through Human Vision: Tier 1 & Tier 2

Vision Bi-weekly Payroll Deductions (2022 Plan Year): Employee Only Employee & Spouse Employee & Child(ren) Employee & Family Tier 1 $2.22 $4.23 $4.45 $6.46 Tier 2 $5.76 $10.97 $11.54 $16.74

• Additional City-Paid Benefits:
  • Life Insurance (1.5x salary to a max of $150,000)
  • Long-Term Disability Insurance

• Additional Voluntary Benefits:
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) - FSAs provide employees the ability to make pre-tax payroll deposits to be used for qualified expenses. The City offers two types of FSAs: Medical & Dependent Care.
  • Supplemental Benefits available through The Standard: Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity, Short Term Disability & Critical Illness.

RETIREMENT PLANS

• Defined Benefit (Pension) Plan: A pension plan provides a guaranteed benefit at retirement if certain criteria are met. The amount of your future benefit is determined by a formula, based on earnings, length of service and Plan multiplier. Participation in the Pension Plan is mandatory for all full-time employees.

The Summary Plan Description (SPD) provides more detailed information regarding the eligibility and benefits under the Plan; however, the below chart provides a highlight of the Plan. Employee Contribution Rate 9.5% of pensionable earnings Vesting Period 7 Years of full-time service Normal Retirement Eligibility The earlier of:

• 20 years of full-time service; or,
• Age 65 with 7 years of service

Early Retirement Eligibility Age 55 with 7 years of service (Benefit reduction for early retirement applicable) Benefit Multiplier 3.25% of average final compensation (AFC) for each year of creditable service (Example: 20 years of creditable service = 65% benefit) Average Final Compensation (AFC) Average of pensionable earnings for the highest 3 years preceding retirement Forms of Payment Life Annuity is the normal form of payment, which provides a monthly benefit for life (Other optional forms of payment available, if elected)

• Deferred Compensation (457b) Plan: A 457(b) plan is a tax advantaged deferral plan available for state and local government employees. Participating employees are able to defer compensation through regular payroll deductions and deposited into accounts (MissionSquare or Nationwide) that grow on a tax-free basis until withdrawn. Participation in the 457(b) Plan is optional; employees can enroll at any time.

SALARY INFORMATION

• Salary Step Plan: All G.A.M.E. positions follow a progressive Salary Step Plan. Newly hired employees start at Step 1 for their job classification then every year, on the employee's anniversary date, the employee advances to the next Step in the Salary Step Plan, which provides an automatic increase in pay. (Step Schedule outlined in final section of G.A.M.E. CBA)

• Longevity Incentive: Employees are eligible to receive longevity incentive pay based on the following schedule:

After 15 Years of Service 1% to base pay After 20 Years of Service 2% to base pay After 23 Years of Service 3% to base pay

• Overtime Eligible - All G.A.M.E. positions are non-exempt and eligible for overtime.

ADDITIONALAlso available to all City employees:

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Discounted rates for the City's Early Childhood Centers
• Apple Watch Program through Vitality
• Preference for internal civil-service promotional opportunities

01 Do you possess a valid State of Florida driver's license?

• Yes
• No

02 Please indicate your highest level of completed education. (Documentation of diploma and/or degree must be attached to your application.)

• High school diploma or GED
• Associate's degree
• Bachelor's degree
• Master's degree or above
• None of the above

03 Please consent to the following statement: I have reviewed and attached all supporting documents (license, certification, etc.) required for this position.

• Yes
• No

04 City of Miramar employees are subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as a hurricane, or other emergency situation and are expected to perform emergency service duties. Are you able to be on call for any emergency situation and to perform emergency service duties as assigned?

• Yes
• No

05 Are you bilingual?

• Yes
• No

06 If you answered yes to the previous question, please indicate what additional language(s) you speak. Please type N/A if this does not apply. 07 Are you able to lift, carry, push and/or pull objects weighing up to 25 pounds?

• Yes
• No

08 Are you a United States Citizen?

• Yes
• No

09 Are you a City of Miramar resident?

• Yes
• No

Required Question