Substitute Preschool Teacher

acelero; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Acelero Learning Camden is seeking a Substitute Preschool Teacher to support a Head Start classroom for 3- to 4-year-olds. The role covers a small classroom with one other teacher, across multiple locations in the county, as needed.

The position emphasizes evidence-based early education, family engagement, and consistent routines, with duties including following curricula, fostering early literacy and numeracy, and maintaining safety and supervision.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Physical exam and background checks required.

Responsibilities

• Follows the curriculum as scheduled during coverage.
• Plans and implements learning experiences to develop literacy, numeracy and language.
• Maintains a safe, healthy learning environment with proper supervision.
• Supports social and emotional development using positive guidance.
• Interacts with children in a supportive manner.
• Encourages family involvement in Head Start.
• Works with other teachers and center staff.
• Adheres to health, safety, nutrition, and other policies.
• Reports to Center Director and Learning Specialist for schedule changes.
• Participates in meetings and trainings.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

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 Substitute Preschool Teacher is responsible for a Head Start classroom with a direct focus on children 3 to 4 years of age. The Substitute Teacher will work collaboratively with one other teacher to ensure the successful operation of a classroom with a total of 14 to 20 children. This position is 'as needed' and will be called upon when coverage is needed in the classroom at various locations throughout the county.

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:

• Follows the curriculum as scheduled during the time of coverage.
• 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, their understanding and use of increasingly complex and varied vocabulary, their appreciation of books, and their problem-solving abilities.
• Establishes and maintains a safe, healthy learning environment, including maintaining required adult-child ratio and proper supervision of children at all times.
• Supports the social and emotional development of children and using 'positive guidance' approaches to dealing with challenging behaviors.
• Interacts with children in an appropriate and supportive manner.
• Encourages the involvement of the families of the children in a Head Start program and supporting the development of relationships between children and their families.
• Works effectively with other teacher(s) in the assigned classroom and center.
• Follows all Acelero Learning policies and procedures related to health, safety, nutrition, and other aspects of center operations.
• Ensures adherence to assigned schedule by reporting to work on time and communicating proactively with Center Director and Early Learning/Disabilities Specialist in the event of any changes to schedule.
• Participates in assigned meetings, events and training as required.

What You'll Bring:

• 1. High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 2. Physical exam and background checks are required for this position.

When: Fall 2026

Where: Acelero Learning Camden Philadelphia - 27th Street Center

How Much: $15.92/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

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.