Floater Assistant Teacher

Acelero Learning•Cudahy, WI

10d•$19•Onsite

About The Position

Acelero Learning is hiring a Floater Assistant Preschool Teacher. This role offers the opportunity to gain valuable experience and transferable skills towards a remarkable and rewarding career path. The mission of Acelero is to design and deliver research and evidence-based approaches to eliminate the gaps between young children's inherent potential and their achievement in school and life. With partners, they accelerate child and family outcomes that honor all of the aspirations and cultures of the communities served. The values of the organization include Data-Informed Learning, Transparent & Open Communication, Growth Mindset, Championing Equality, and Caring Teams & Communities. The Floater Assistant Preschool Teacher will work collaboratively with the Preschool Teacher to ensure the successful operation of a Head Start classroom of 3-5 year-old children.

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 are enrolled in a program to obtain such a degree.

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 of the behavior, 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

Benefits

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
Employee Discount Perks
Average of 5 weeks of paid time off during 1st year of employment
Comprehensive benefits, including 401K matching and 100% vesting program