Head Start Teacher: Shape Futures for 3–5s

Acelero Learning, Inc.; North Brunswick Township (NJ); On-site; USD 53,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision

Health Savings Account

401(k) Match

Professional Development

EAP

Wellness Programs

Job summary

Acelero Learning, Inc. is hiring a Head Start Teacher to lead a classroom of 3–5 year olds at the Livingston Center, Monmouth Middlesex County, New Jersey.

The role collaborates with an assistant teacher and families to foster development and ensure a safe, enriching educational environment. Responsibilities include implementing a child-centered curriculum, observing and documenting progress, addressing behaviors, and integrating IEPs for children with disabilities while maintaining

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, or equivalent coursework OR meets Head Start Act requirements.
• Physical exam and background checks are required for this position.
• Travel up to 10% locally or long-distance for work-related meetings and functions.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and/or reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Implements a child-centered curriculum and learning environment to promote development in all domains for children of all abilities.
• Addresses challenging behaviors by observing causes and teaching social and communication skills while partnering with families.
• Uses observations to document progress and individualize curriculum.
• Creates partnerships with families to establish positive interaction patterns in program, school, and home.
• Provides developmentally appropriate experiences and print-rich environment to develop literacy and numeracy.
• Implements daily lesson plans incorporating observations and knowledge of early childhood development.
• Integrates IEPs for children with disabilities.
• Maintains consistent classroom routine and ensures child safety and security.

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, or equivalent coursework

Job description

Acelero Learning, Inc. is hiring a Head Start Teacher to lead a classroom of 3–5 year olds at the Livingston Center, Monmouth Middlesex County, New Jersey.

The role collaborates with an assistant teacher and families to foster development and ensure a safe, enriching educational environment. Responsibilities include implementing a child-centered curriculum, observing and documenting progress, addressing behaviors, and integrating IEPs for children with disabilities while maintaining