Acelero Learning is a direct provider of Head Start services. We are seeking an inspired and dedicated Preschool Teacher. You will be responsible for providing a range of instructional, assessment, and positive behavioral support strategies to ensure educational excellence in a Head Start classroom for 3-5-year-old children.
You will contribute to our mission through the following activities and responsibilities:
Work collaboratively with family members, an Assistant Teacher, and other staff to achieve positive outcomes for children of all abilities.
Establish and maintain a safe, healthy learning environment, including full supervision of children at all times, in accordance with Head Start and childcare licensing requirements.
Provide classroom experiences that are developmentally, linguistically, culturally and age-appropriate for the children served.
Ensure classroom arrangement, materials and displays are organized and conducive to children's learning.
Document children's progress through ongoing observation and direct assessment activities; use that data to plan and individualize curriculum.
Collaborate with Family Services staff to support families as they implement sound family life practices, extend learning into the home, and meet attendance expectations.
Requirements:
Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education
A passion for impacting the lives of children through educational excellence
Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred
Background in Special Education/Inclusion, a plus
Ability to lift a child weighing 40 pounds
Successfully pass a physical examination, background check, and fingerprinting screen
Computer proficiency, Google docs, email, MS Office Suite
This position is full time with an annual salary of $34,609.00. This role is located at our Walton Center, 7833 West Capitol Drive, Milwaukee.
The mission of Acelero Learning is to bring a relentless focus on positive child and family outcomes to close the achievement gap and build a better future for children, families, and communities served by the Head Start program.
We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a diverse and healthy workplace.
