Head Start Teacher

Acelero Learning•Smyrna, DE

15d•Onsite

About The Position

Acelero Learning Delaware is seeking a Head Start Teacher to lead a classroom of children ages 3–5 and create a nurturing, stimulating environment that supports each child’s development. The teacher implements a child-centered curriculum reflecting children’s needs, interests, and cultural backgrounds, and promotes school readiness, literacy, language, and social-emotional development. The role includes partnering with families through home visits and parent-teacher conferences, supporting diverse learners by incorporating IEPs into instruction, and documenting and assessing children’s progress to individualize teaching. The teacher also helps ensure children’s safety and well-being through daily health checks and positive modeling during meals and play. The position is based at Acelero Learning Delaware’s Smyrna Center and is expected to begin in Fall 2026. Compensation is $42,266.70 per year, plus a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

Associate or bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, or equivalent coursework.
Pass a physical exam and background check.
Valid driver’s license or reliable transportation.
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and actively engage with children throughout the day.
Commitment to early childhood education and equity.
Ability to collaborate and work flexibly with assistant teachers, families, and site leadership.
Reflective, growth-minded approach, using data to adapt instruction and improve outcomes.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual Spanish-English.

Responsibilities

Lead an inclusive classroom that promotes school readiness, literacy, language, and social-emotional development.
Implement a child-centered curriculum responsive to children’s needs, interests, and cultural backgrounds.
Build family partnerships through home visits, parent-teacher conferences, and family involvement in children’s learning.
Support diverse learners, including children with disabilities, by integrating Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) into daily instruction.
Document and assess children’s progress using observations, anecdotal notes, and digital tools such as CreativeCurriculum.net to individualize instruction.
Promote child safety and well-being by conducting daily health checks and modeling positive behaviors during meals and play.
Collaborate with assistant teachers, families, and site leadership.

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 insurance and basic life insurance.
Up to $500 per year in professional development reimbursements.
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.