Floater Assistant Teacher (Preschool)

Acelero Learning; West Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks of paid time off

401K matching

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Acelero Learning is seeking a Floater Assistant Preschool Teacher in West Milwaukee, Wisconsin. In this role, you will support early childhood education programs, maintain a child-centered curriculum, and foster communication with children and families. Ideal candidates will possess great communication skills, a passion for children, and either CDA credentials or a willingness to enroll in a qualifying program. The position offers abundant professional development opportunities and an average of 5 weeks of paid time off in the first year.

Qualifications

• Great communication and written skills.
• A passion to work with children.
• CDA credentials or willingness to complete within two years.
• An eagerness to adopt Acelero values.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a child-centered curriculum that encourages positive social interaction.
• Address challenging behaviors by observing and implementing preventive measures.
• Document children’s progress and individualize curriculum using observations.

Skills

Communication skills

Passion for working with children

Education

CDA credentials or degree in any field

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.

Working as a Floater Assistant Preschool Teacher at Acelero Learning will give you the opportunity to gain valuable experience and transferable skills towards a remarkable and rewarding career path. You will work collaboratively with the Preschool Teacher to ensure the successful operation of a Head Start classroom of 3-5 year‑old children. Are you ready to join forces and make a difference?

Job Responsibilities

• Maintain 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.
• Address challenging behaviors by observing to determine possible causes, implementing preventive measures, teaching the child new social and communication skills and partnering with families to support the child at home.
• Use observations of children and anecdotal notes to document children’s progress and individualize curriculum.

Job Requirements

• Great communication and written skills.
• A passion to work with children.
• CDA credentials, or the willingness to enroll to complete within two years, or an Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in any field, or enrollment in a program to obtain such a degree.
• An eagerness to adopt our values: Data‑informed Learning, Transparent & Open Communication, Growth Mindset, Dismantling Inequities, and Caring Teams & Community.

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 a 100% vesting program.

We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a diverse and healthy work place.