Floater Assistant Teacher

Acelero Learning•Racine, WI

22h•Onsite

About The Position

Acelero Learning is seeking a Floater Assistant Teacher to work collaboratively with a Preschool Teacher to support the successful operation of a Head Start classroom serving children ages 3–5. The role focuses on maintaining a child-centered curriculum and learning environment that promotes positive social interaction, active engagement, self-motivation, and development across all domains for children of all abilities. The Floater Assistant Teacher also observes and documents children’s progress, individualizes curriculum, and works with families to support children’s social and communication skills. The position is based at Acelero Learning Wisconsin’s Racine NGN Center, is listed for Winter 2026, and pays $18.78 per hour plus a comprehensive benefits package. Acelero Learning describes its mission as designing and delivering research- and evidence-based approaches to close gaps between young children’s potential and their achievement in school and life.

Requirements

Strong communication and written skills.
Passion for working with children.
A CDA, or enrollment to complete a CDA within two years; alternatively, a degree in any field or enrollment in a program leading to such a degree.

Responsibilities

Maintain a child-centered curriculum and learning environment that encourages positive social interaction, active engagement in learning, and self-motivation, promoting development in all domains for children of all abilities.
Address challenging behaviors by observing to determine possible causes, implementing preventive measures, teaching children new social and communication skills, and partnering with families to support children at home.
Use observations and anecdotal notes to document children’s progress and individualize curriculum.
Work collaboratively with the Preschool Teacher to help ensure successful operation of a Head Start classroom serving children ages 3–5.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance with multiple plan options.
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 insurance 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.
Average of five weeks of paid time off during the first year of employment.
Career growth and professional development opportunities.
Supportive working environment.