Floater Assistant Teacher

About the Role

Join Acelero Learning as a Floater Assistant Preschool Teacher and gain valuable experience and transferable skills towards a rewarding career path. You will work collaboratively with the Preschool Teacher to ensure the successful operation of a Head Start classroom of 3-5 year-old children.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain a child-centered curriculum and learning environment that encourages positive social interaction, active engagement in learning, and self-motivation to promote development in all domains for children of all abilities.
• Address challenging behaviors by observing to determine possible causes, implementing preventive measures, teaching new social and communication skills, and partnering with families to support the child at home.
• Use observations of children and anecdotal notes to document children’s progress and individualize curriculum.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Great communication and written skills
• A passion to work with children
• CDA credentials, or the willingness to enroll to complete within two years, or an Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in any field, or are enrolled in a program to obtain such a degree.

Qualifications

• Location: Acelero Learning Wisconsin - Cudahy South Center
• Pay: $18.90/hr

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

• A meaningful mission that drives real change in the lives of children and families.
• A collaborative, inclusive team that values your growth and well-being.
• Robust benefits including:
• 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 Perks.
• Ability to make an impact in the lives of the children, families, and partners served.
• Career growth and professional development opportunities.
• Supportive working environment.
• Average of 5 weeks of paid time off during the 1st year of employment.
• Comprehensive benefits, including 401K matching and 100% vesting program.