Floater Assistant Teacher

Overview

Are you a socially conscious, dedicated individual who is committed to building a better future for children, families, and their communities? Join us as we support early childhood education programs across the country to create positive outcomes for the children and families served. The Floater Assistant Teacher is an integral member of the educational team, responsible for supporting Lead Teachers in creating a nurturing, engaging, and inclusive classroom environment.

This role involves rotating between classrooms as needed to ensure consistent coverage and support.

• Assist Lead Teachers in creating a nurturing, engaging, and inclusive classroom environment.
• Rotate between classrooms to provide consistent coverage and support.
• Use the CLASS™ framework to promote high‑quality teacher‑child interactions that support emotional, social, and cognitive development.
• Create and maintain a safe, organized, and inclusive classroom that encourages exploration, discovery, and learning.
• Deliver developmentally appropriate, curriculum‑aligned instruction to support school readiness.
• Conduct ongoing child assessments to individualize instruction and track developmental progress across all learning domains.
• Adapt teaching strategies to support all children, including those with special needs, dual‑language learners, and varying developmental levels.
• Build strong, respectful relationships with families to support their child’s learning and development both at school and at home.
• Participate in ongoing training, coaching, and reflective practices; contribute to a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.

• Passion for Early Learning:
  Commitment to young children’s social, emotional, and academic growth.
• Excellent communication:
  Strong verbal and written skills to engage children, families, and team members.
• Educational background:
  High school diploma.
• Classroom experience:
  Hands‑on experience teaching preschool‑aged children and the ability to adapt strategies to meet diverse developmental needs.
• Collaborative spirit:
  Team‑oriented mindset with a willingness to work closely with co‑teachers, family members, and support staff.
• Mission alignment:
  Shared passion for Acelero Learning’s commitment to equity, inclusion, and empowering all children to thrive.

• When:
  June 2026
• Where:
  Strong Start Henderson
• Pay: $16.55 per hour + comprehensive benefits package

Robust benefits that support your total wellbeing:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with multiple plan options.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions up to $400 per individual and $800 per family annually.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for health and dependent care expenses.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with up to 3% company match.
• 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,  Protection, and Employee Discount Perks.

A meaningful mission that drives real change; a collaborative, inclusive team that values your growth and wellbeing; career growth and professional development opportunities; supportive working environment; average of 5 weeks of paid time off during the 1st year of employment.

Ability to make an impact in the lives of the children, families, and partners we serve.

We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a diverse and healthy workplace. Acelero Learning’s mission is to bring a relentless focus on positive family and child outcomes to close the achievement gap and build a better future for the communities served by the Head Start program. All children can achieve and succeed, and we work to empower families to advocate for their children and themselves.