Floater Extended Day

Acelero Learning•Perth Amboy, NJ

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Floater – Extended Day Teacher supports Head Start and/or Early Head Start classrooms after the regular operating day. Working collaboratively with classroom Teachers, Assistant Teachers, families, and program staff, this role provides coverage across multiple classrooms and helps maintain safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate learning environments. The position supports curriculum and learning experiences that encourage positive social interactions, active engagement, and strong developmental outcomes for children of all abilities.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Strong communication and collaboration skills.
Passion for supporting young children’s learning and development.
Ability to interact effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Basic computer literacy, including email, Google Suite tools, and internet navigation.
Dependable and organized, with the ability to manage responsibilities independently.
Ability to lift and assist children weighing up to 40 pounds.
Physical exam and background checks are required.

Nice To Haves

CDA credential or higher education in Early Childhood Education.

Responsibilities

Maintain a child-centered learning environment that encourages positive social interaction, active engagement, and self-motivation, supporting children’s development across all domains.
Support Teachers in planning and implementing school-readiness learning experiences, including early literacy, language development, numeracy awareness, and problem-solving.
Apply knowledge of child growth and development in a Head Start learning environment.
Observe and address challenging behaviors by identifying possible causes, using preventive strategies, and teaching social and communication skills.
Document children’s progress through observations and anecdotal notes to help individualize learning experiences.
Support children’s social and emotional development and foster a safe, healthy classroom environment.
Encourage family involvement and help strengthen relationships between children and their families.
Communicate effectively with team members, families, and other program staff.
Participate in required meetings, training sessions, and program events.
Provide classroom support across multiple rooms as needed to maintain program operations.

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 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 programs.
Average of five weeks of paid time off during the first year of employment.
Career growth and professional development opportunities.