Due to the continued suspension, cancellations and postponements of most gatherings as a result of federal, state and local guidelines, any and all trainings, deadlines, jobs and events listed in this Provider Bulletin should be specifically verified with the hosting organization or agency.

The Children’s Trust will be holding its first TRIM hearing to tentatively adopt its millage rate and budget for 2020-2021; an online public hearing to tentatively adopt the taxes and budget will be held on Monday, September 14, 5:01 p.m. The final TRIM hearing will be held on Monday, September 21, 5 p.m.

For more information and to register for the first hearing, click here.

The Children's Trust is sponsoring SPARK (Sports, Play, and Active Recreation for Kids) training that will be provided virtually a few Saturdays during September and October. These trainings will be for contracted Youth Development K-5 providers using SPARK curriculum for fitness. Please limit registrations to two staff per agency per training.

Keep an eye on the events calendar in Trust Academy to register!

Reading Explorers Program (REP) is offering remote coaching sessions via Zoom for programs offering in-person, virtual, and combined full-day or after-school services. In collaboration with each program, REP coaches will tailor level of support to your needs. Coaching areas include but are not limited to: one-on-one support in content areas such as using Zoom for literacy (whole-group and DLI) as well as academics, including assignment and homework completion; strategies to increase student and family engagement; and supports in accessing literacy resources and embedding literacy in conjunction with content areas (e.g., SEL, STEM, etc.).

To request coaching email anrond@fiu.edu.

For now, visit my2020census.gov to fill out the census.

Trust-funded programs and initiatives throughout the community have been doing inspiring, life-changing and heroic work to provide for the children and families of Miami-Dade during the coronavirus pandemic. Please continue the good work and make sure to share their stories social media while tagging us. Also, don't forget to email your stories and latest triumphs here!

Childhood injury prevention capacity-building efforts facilitated by the Public Health Trust's Injury Free Coalition for Kids of Miami are offered to all Trust-funded providers via Zoom.

Car Passenger Safety: Tuesday, September 8th, 1 p.m.

Meeting ID: 956 2932 6967

Home Safety Training & Education: Wednesday, September 9, 1 p.m.

Meeting ID: 986 8450 0935

Car Passenger Safety: Tuesday, September 22, 1 p.m.

Meeting ID: 988 9340 8029

Home Safety Training & Education: Wednesday, September 23, 1 p.m.

Meeting ID: 926 9022 5737

We invite you connect with us and each other through our Inclusion Peer Support Group. Register by logging in to Trust Academy through your Trust Central account. Zoom sign in information provided during registration.

ON-LINE COURSES

This is the core training that sets the foundation for all others. Learn about different types of disabilities, the characteristics and benefits of an inclusive program, and how to use People First Language and respectful etiquette.

Learn the facts about Autism Spectrum Disorder – you may be surprised to find that some of what you think isn’t necessarily so. Get an overview of helping children meet behavioral expectations, recognizing and accommodating those with sensory sensitivities, addressing bullying, and ensuring a safe environment.

Reach out to your assigned inclusion specialist, or to Jen Urbay; Director, Community Inclusion Initiatives at jurbay@advocacynetwork.org or 305.308.9941.

Do you want to take your virtual programming to the next level? Project RISE is there to help offering trainings that will help you use Zoom features, online tools, and youth development strategies to help elevate engagement opportunities for your program participants.

If you would like to train all of your staff, Project RISE can schedule trainings at times that are convenient for you. To request a training, write projectrise@nova.edu.

FREE COVID-19 Testing and Vaccinations for Children

The University of Miami Pediatric Mobile Clinic is offering FREE COVID-19 testing for children of all ages by appointment. To set up a test, call 305.243.2059. The mobile clinic is also offering free vaccinations by appointment. To set up the vaccinations call 305.243.6407.

Give Miami Day, hosted by The Miami Foundation, is one of the nation's largest annual giving events. This year's Give Miami Day returns on November 19. All 501(c)(3) organizations serving Miami-Dade County are eligible to participate in this free fundraising event. The deadline to register is October 15. 

To submit a registration application, visit GiveMiamiDay.org. Nonprofits with questions may contact Chelsea Clark at cclark@miamifoundation.org.

FREE Office Furniture for Nonprofit Agencies *

The Department of Children and Families has surplus furniture which it seeks to donate to nonprofit agencies. Office desks, chairs, bookshelves, cabinets and much more is available. Agencies would need to provide their own labor and transportation to move the furniture. Click here to view available items.

Agencies receiving donations would be required to:

Interested agencies should contact Carlos Engracio, General Services Specialist, at 305.505.5167, or Mary Lou Pasternac at 305.962.4681, by Friday, September 4.

The Center for Family and Child Enrichment, a community-based organization which provides child welfare, behavioral health services and is a Federally Qualified Health Center, is seeking community-minded individuals to serve on its Board of Directors. The CFCE has been serving children and families in Miami-Dade County since 1977. Board members must attend a monthly board meeting and serve on a standing committee, such as Finance or Personnel. Monthly investment of time is six hours maximum.

For more information contact Executive Director T. Delores Dunn at 305.628.3201 or ddunn@cfceinc.org.

This 3-day online training will focus on incorporating the philosophy, skills and strategies of nurturing parenting. Participants will learn how to design home-based and group-based parenting programs utilizing the proven lessons of the nurturing parenting programs.

Program is from October 19-21. Cost is $300.

Contact Ana Romero at 305.450.8445 for more information or to register.

The Rural Health Network Development Planning Program Department of Health and Human Services is looking for applicants to promote the development of integrated health care networks. The deadline to apply is November 16. A Technical Assistance HRSA Webinar will be held on Wednesday October 7, from 3 – 4 p.m.

For more information visit https://hrsa.connectsolutions.com/rhndppta.

Camelot Community Care is looking for those interested in earning super powers! More than ever Super Heroes are needed! Change a lifetime by becoming a foster parent today!

Contact Camelot Community Care for more information and Super Hero training at Miami@camelotcommunitycare.org.

Immediate opening for a part-time communication and outreach assistant with superior organizational skills, experience developing communication and branding strategies, designing information and donation campaigns, developing and editing advertising, print and digital collateral, social media, email content, oversee website and social media management. Graphic design skills a plus. Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Journalism or related field. Competitive salary.

For more information contact Christine Hughes Pontier at 850.296.7002 or write info@faimh.org.

The Parenting Instructor is responsible for all aspects of teaching the Nurturing Parenting curriculum. Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Education or related field or Bachelor's degree with experience. Experience working with parents and children, knowledge of child abuse and neglect, DCF, the effects of domestic violence. Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred. Nurturing Parenting certification required.

To apply go to https://frcflorida.org/. The Careers tab is located at the bottom.

The Youth Program Aide provides general supervision, homework support and enrichment activities to students. The Youth Program Aide is responsible for independently supervising groups of up to 15 students, delivering high-quality instruction, upholding the mission and values of Town, and working with other members of the Youth Program team to track students’ academic progress and support students social and emotional development.

For more information click here.

B & G Preschool is looking to hire a VPK teacher (with VPK credentials) and a Preschool Director (with Director's credentials).

For more information call 305.457.6960 or write iledon@yahoo.com.

Elite Kids Academy located in the Midtown area is seeking a Lead VPK, fluent in English teacher. The academy is looking to fill the position as soon as possible.

For more information on this position call 305.573.4445 or 786.303.1493.

PRE-k 4 Lead Teacher position for Rainbow Intergenerational Learning Center's Miami Beach location. Candidates must be bilingual in English/Spanish. DCF 45 hours, FCCPC and or CDA National. Experience as a lead teacher preferred.

Email resume and DCF transcript to annie.benedetti@lhanc.org.

1 World Learning Center, Inc. is looking for several experienced, dedicated, attentive, and fun-loving child care teachers for several positions open at their center.

Those interested should email resume to oneworldlearningcenter@yahoo.com.

Interested apply through our website www.unitedwaymiami.org.

Lead VPK Teacher

Bumble Bee Daycare & Learning Center is looking for a full time VPK Lead Teacher to work Monday thru Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The position pays between $10 and $14 an hour. Candidates must speak English & Spanish, possess an FCCPC or National CDA and VPK credentials, and have at least 2 years of experience working as a VPK teacher. The candidate also should work well in a team environment; treat children, families and co-workers with respect; and encourage positive interactions with and among children in a safe environment and must easily adapt to COVID-19 guidelines and changes.

To schedule an interview write bumblebee12332@yahoo.com.

For complete job listing, descriptions, requirements and to apply, visit CAREERBUILDER and CAREERROOKIE and/or e-mail resume and cover letter to Employment@icfhinc.org.