Instructional Assistant (VPK) (Full-Time)
Published: 10/23/2026
Good Shepherd Catholic School, located in Kendall (Dade County), is seeking a qualified and dedicated Full-time VPK Instructional Assistant for the current school year. We are looking for an attentive, nurturing, and collaborative professional who is committed to supporting student learning and contributing to a positive classroom environment. The VPK Instructional Assistant will work closely with faculty to help cultivate academic growth, critical thinking, and student success while performing all duties and responsibilities in alignment with the vision, mission, and values of the Catholic Archdiocese of Miami.
Hours: Mon – Fri, 7:30 A.M. – 3:30 P.M.
Qualifications:
- An Associate degree or higher in ECE/Child Development; Bachelor's Degree in Education preferred.
- Experience working in a preschool classroom.
- State 40 hours’ childcare training with Department of Children and Families.
- Completion of VPK standards/ training and Literacy for the VPK instructor class; preferred.
- Excellent classroom management skills.
- Proficiency in MS Outlook, Word, and Excel; PowerPoint a plus.
- Team-oriented and able to work effectively with students, parents, and staff.
- Must be of good moral character, and respectful of the mission and tenets of the Roman Catholic Church; experience in Roman Catholic environment preferred.
- Professional demeanor required, including adherence to dress code.
To Apply: Send cover letter and resume to Principal Hernandez at [email protected] and [email protected].
Subject line should read: VPK Instructional Assistant
Please note: In addition to the eligibility requirements indicated in the Archdiocese of Miami Policy "Creating and Maintaining a Safe Environment for Children and Vulnerable Adults,” the selected candidate for this entity must undergo a background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse and be granted a determination of eligibility as a condition of employment. For more information on the Clearinghouse please visit www.info.flclearinghouse.com/.
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