Floater Assistant Teacher

Acelero Learning•Philadelphia, PA

About The Position

The Floater Assistant Teacher works collaboratively with the Teacher to support the successful operation of a classroom in a Head Start program. In coordination with other classroom Assistant Teachers and family members, the role helps implement curriculum and achieve outcomes for children of all abilities. The position applies knowledge of child growth and development to maintain a child-centered learning environment that encourages positive social interaction, active engagement, and self-motivation. The role plans and implements learning experiences that support children's intellectual and physical development and school readiness, including literacy, phonemic, print, and numeracy awareness, language development, vocabulary, appreciation of books, and problem-solving. The Floater Assistant Teacher observes and documents children's progress, individualizes curriculum, supports social and emotional development, and responds to challenging behaviors through observation, prevention, skill-building, and partnership with families. The position also helps maintain a safe and healthy learning environment, encourages family involvement, communicates with stakeholders, and participates in assigned meetings, events, and training.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
CDA or enrollment to complete a CDA within two years, or a degree in any field or enrollment in a program leading to such a degree.
Prior experience with children ages 0–5.
Physical exam and background checks are required.

Responsibilities

Apply knowledge of child growth and development when working with children in a Head Start program.
Maintain a child-centered curriculum and learning environment that encourages positive social interaction, engagement in learning, and self-motivation.
Plan and implement learning experiences that advance children's intellectual and physical development and school readiness.
Support children's literacy, phonemic, print, and numeracy awareness; language use and vocabulary; appreciation of books; and problem-solving abilities.
Address challenging behaviors by observing possible causes, implementing preventive measures, teaching social and communication skills, and partnering with families.
Observe children and use anecdotal notes to document progress and individualize curriculum.
Encourage family involvement and support relationships between children and their families.
Establish and maintain a safe and healthy learning environment.
Support children's social and emotional development.
Communicate with internal and external stakeholders.
Participate in assigned meetings, events, and training.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance with multiple plan options.
Health Savings Account with company contributions up to $800 annually.
Flexible Spending Accounts 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.
Professional development reimbursements up to $500 per year.
Employee Assistance Program 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.