Head Start Teacher

Acelero Learning•Philadelphia, PA

13d•$47,395 - $47,395

About The Position

The Head Start Teacher (Lead Teacher) leads a classroom of children ages 3–4 and works collaboratively with an assistant teacher, family members, and other staff to achieve positive outcomes for children of all abilities. The role delivers a child-centered curriculum and learning environment that supports children’s development across all domains, promotes positive social interaction and active learning, and responds to children’s individual needs and interests. The teacher builds partnerships with families, documents children’s progress through observations and anecdotal notes, individualizes curriculum, integrates IEPs for children with disabilities, and maintains consistent classroom routines. The role also supervises children and ensures their safety and security in accordance with Head Start and daycare licensing requirements. Local or long-distance travel for work-related meetings and functions may be required up to 10% of the time.

Requirements

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, or equivalent coursework, or otherwise meets the requirements of the Head Start Act.
Physical exam and background checks are required.
Valid driver’s license and/or reliable transportation.
Ability to travel locally or long-distance up to 10% of the time for work-related meetings and functions.

Responsibilities

Implement a child-centered curriculum and learning environment that encourages positive social interaction, active engagement, and self-motivation to promote development in all domains for children of all abilities.
Address challenging behaviors by observing possible causes, implementing preventive measures, teaching new social and communication skills, and partnering with families to support the child at home.
Use observations and anecdotal notes to document children’s progress and individualize curriculum.
Create partnerships with families to establish positive interaction patterns in the program, school, and home.
Provide developmentally, linguistically, culturally, and age-appropriate classroom experiences.
Provide a print-rich environment that develops children’s literacy, numeracy, social skills, language, and problem-solving abilities.
Implement daily lesson plans responsive to children’s needs and interests, incorporating observations, anecdotal record keeping, knowledge of early childhood development, and key experiences.
Integrate Individual Education Plans (IEPs) for children with disabilities.
Provide children with a consistent classroom routine.
Supervise children and ensure their safety and security in accordance with Head Start and daycare licensing requirements.
Travel locally or long-distance for work-related meetings and functions, up to 10% of the time.

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 5 weeks of paid time off during the first year of employment.
Career growth and professional development opportunities.
Supportive working environment.
Comprehensive benefits, including 401(k) matching and 100% vesting program.