Floater Assistant Teacher

Acelero Learning Camden Philadelphia; Centerville (NJ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

HSA contributions

401(k) matching

Disability & Life Insurance

Professional development

EAP & Wellness

Employee discounts

Job summary

Acelero Learning Camden Philadelphia is seeking a Floater Assistant Teacher to join a collaborative team in a Head Start classroom. You will work with the Teacher to implement a child-centered curriculum and support children of all abilities.

You will document progress, engage families, and help create a safe, welcoming environment that promotes learning, literacy, and social-emotional development for 0-5 year olds. Competitive benefits accompany a pay rate of $17.88/hr.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• CDA or enrolled to complete within 2 years, or a degree in any field.
• Prior experience with children 0-5 years.
• Background checks and physical exam required.

Responsibilities

• Support a Head Start classroom by collaborating with the Teacher to ensure successful operations.
• Implement curriculum to promote literacy, numeracy, language, and social-emotional development.
• Observe children, document progress, and adapt activities to individual needs.
• Engage families to reinforce learning at home and strengthen school partnerships.
• Maintain a safe, healthy, and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Child growth & development

Curriculum implementation

Team collaboration

Observation & documentation

Education

CDA or in progress

Any degree acceptable

Job description

Are 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 Floater Assistant Teacher is responsible for working collaboratively with the Teacher to ensure the successful operation of a classroom of children. The Floater Assistant 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. 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. 1. High School Diploma or equivalent required.
2. 2. CDA or enrolled to complete within 2 years, or a degree in any field or enrollment in a program leading to such degree.
3. 3. Prior experience with children 0-5 years.
4. 4. Physical exam and background checks are required for this position.

How Much:

This position pays $17.88/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-being.

• Robust benefits that support your total wellbeing, including: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with multiple plan options to fit your needs
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions up to $800 annually
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for health and dependent care expenses
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with up to 4% company match and immediate vesting
• Company-paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability and Basic Life Insurance
• Up to $500 per year in Professional Development Reimbursements
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with counseling and mental wellness support
• Wellness Programs, including virtual fitness, nutrition, and mindfulness classes
• Pet Insurance, Legal Assistance, ID Theft Protection, and Employee Discount Perks

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. Acelero Learning's mission is to bring a relentless focus on positive family and child outcomes to close the achievement gap and build a better future for children, families, and communities served by the Head Start program. Our company values guide us as we work towards our mission: Embracing Diversity, Open Communication, Teamwork and Community, Data-Informed Learning, and Follow-Through. At Acelero Learning, we believe that all children can achieve and succeed, and we work to empower families to advocate for their children and themselves.