Extended Day Teacher

Acelero Learning, Inc.; Racine (WI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401K matching

100% vesting program

Job summary

Acelero Learning, Inc. is hiring an Extended Day Teacher in Racine, WI for part-time hours (2pm–6pm) to support Head Start classrooms.

You will work with fellow teachers and families to implement a curriculum that fosters positive development across all domains for children of varied abilities. The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent; a CDA or higher degree is preferred, and you will undergo physical exams and background checks.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; CDA or higher preferred.
• Physical exam and background checks required.

Responsibilities

• Uses knowledge of child growth and development to work with children in Head Start.
• Maintains a child-centered curriculum and learning environment.
• Plans and implements learning experiences to advance literacy, numeracy, language and problem-solving.
• Addresses challenging behaviors by observing, teaching social/communication skills and partnering with families.
• Documents progress through observations and notes to individualize curriculum.
• Encourages family involvement and supports relationships between children and families.
• Establishes and maintains a safe and healthy learning environment.
• Supports social and emotional development.
• Communicates with internal and external stakeholders.
• Participates in meetings, events and training as required.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CDA or advanced degree preferred

Job description

## Extended Day TeacherApplylocations: WI - Racine - Green Streettime type: Part timeposted on: Posted 2 Days Agojob requisition id: JR8333Are you a socially conscious, dedicated individual who is committed to building a better future for children, families, and their communities? If so, join us as we support early childhood education programs across the country to create positive outcomes for the children and families served.The **Extended Day Teacher**is responsible for working collaboratively with the Teacher to ensure the successful operation of a classroom of children. Extended Day Teacher also works with a team of other classroom Assistant Teachers and family members to implement curriculum to achieve outcomes for children of all abilities.This role is part-time 2pm-6pm.**Why Acelero?**Our mission is bold: To design and deliver research and evidence-based approaches to eliminate the gaps between young childrenʼs inherent potential and their achievement in school and life. With our partners, we accelerate child and family outcomes that honor all of the aspirations and cultures of the communities we serve. Our values: Data-Informed Learning; Transparent & Open Communication; Growth Mindset; Championing Equality; Caring Teams & Communities.**What You’ll Do:**- Uses knowledge of the principles of child growth and development to work with children in a Head Start program.- Maintains a child-centered curriculum and learning environment that encourages positive social interaction, active engagement in learning, and self-motivation to promote development in all domains for children of all abilities.- Plans and implements learning experiences that advance the intellectual and physical development of children, including improving the readiness of children for school by developing their literacy and phonemic, print, and numeracy awareness, their understanding and use of language, and an increasingly complex and varied vocabulary, their appreciation of books, and their problem-solving abilities.- Addresses challenging behaviors by observing to determine possible causes of the behavior, implementing preventive measures, teaching the child new social and communication skills and partnering with families to support the child at home.- Uses observations of children and anecdotal notes to document children’s progress and individualize curriculum.- Encourages the involvement of the families of the children in a Head Start program and supports the development of relationships between children and their families.- Establishes and maintains a safe and healthy learning environment.- Supports the social and emotional development of children.- Communicates with internal and external stakeholders.- Participates in assigned meetings, events and training as required.**What You’ll Bring:** 1. High school diploma or equivalent; CDA or advanced degree preferred.2. Physical exam and background checks are required for this position.**How Much:** This position pays $15.86/hr.**Why You’ll Love Working with Us:*** A meaningful mission that drives real change in the lives of children and families* A collaborative, inclusive team that values your growth and well-beingIf you’re ready to take on a challenge that matters and lead growth in a company where purpose and values drive every decision, apply now to join our team. Together, we’ll help every child reach their fullest potential!**Why Acelero Learning or Shine Early Learning?** - Ability to make an impact in the lives of the children, families, and partners we serve - Career growth and professional development opportunities - Supportive working environment - Average of 5 weeks of paid time off during 1st year of employment - Comprehensive benefits, including 401K matching and 100% vesting program **We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a diverse and healthy work place.**