ERSEA Assistant: Enroll & Empower Early Education Access

Shine Early Learning Inc; Mississippi; On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

HSA with company contributions

401(k) Retirement Plan with match

Disability & Life Insurance

Professional Development Reimburse

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Wellness Programs

Pet Insurance

ID Theft Protection

Employee Discount Perks

Job summary

Acelero, Inc. seeks an ERSEA Assistant to support eligibility, recruitment, enrollment and attendance for the Head Start program in Bay St. Louis, MS. You will ensure policy compliance, assist families with online applications, and maintain accurate enrollment data and waitlists.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, and preferred AA/AS in Social Work or Education, plus bilingual Spanish. Travel up to 10% and a valid driver’s license are expected. Competitive benefits apply.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma / GED required.
• AA/AS in Social Work, Education, or a related field preferred.
• Knowledge/Experience of HS Performance Standards preferred.
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred and may be required for certain service areas to meet the needs of our population.
• Physical exam and background checks are required for this position.
• Travel required locally or long-distance up to 10% of the time for work-related meetings and functions.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and/or reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Ensure eligibility, selection, and enrollment processes follow Head Start Performance Standards and Acelero policies.
• Support families in using the Online Family Application (set up accounts, answer questions, upload documents).
• Review applications and work directly with families to complete all required enrollment and intake forms.
• Determine eligibility for program and extended day services; assist families with childcare subsidy applications.
• Collaborate with Coordinators to enroll families based on selection criteria and maintain accurate waitlists.
• Monitor enrollment data, maintain funded enrollment levels, and fill vacancies promptly.
• Promote and track recruitment efforts, inquiries, and applications through online systems and community outreach.
• Enter and maintain accurate data, records, and required documentation in the enrollment system.
• Prepare and maintain enrollment tracking reports, binders, and other compliance documentation.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Bilingual in Spanish

Education

High School Diploma / GED

AA/AS in Social Work, Education or related field

Job description

Acelero, Inc. seeks an ERSEA Assistant to support eligibility, recruitment, enrollment and attendance for the Head Start program in Bay St. Louis, MS. You will ensure policy compliance, assist families with online applications, and maintain accurate enrollment data and waitlists.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, and preferred AA/AS in Social Work or Education, plus bilingual Spanish. Travel up to 10% and a valid driver’s license are expected. Competitive benefits apply.