Are you a socially conscious, dedicated individual who is committed to building a better future for children, families, and their communities? If so, join us as we support early childhood education programs across the country to create positive outcomes for the children and families served.
Working as an Assistant Preschool Teacher (For Head Start Classroom) at Acelero Learning will give you the opportunity to gain valuable experience and transferable skills towards a remarkable and 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. Are you ready to join forces and make a difference?!
Qualifications:
To be successful and to thrive in this role, you should have great communication and written skills that encompass effective practices in the following areas:
CLASS™ teacher-child interactions
Learning environment
Curriculum
Child assessment
Meeting all children's needs
Working with families
Professional growth and collaboration
Job Requirements:
The commitment and passion to work with children.
High School Diploma Required
CDA (Childcare Development Associate Credential) Completed or Willingness to complete CDA within one year of start date.
Associate's or Bachelor's degree or OR enrolled in a program that will lead to an Associate's or Bachelor's degree
An eagerness to adopt our values: Data-informed Learning, Transparent & Open Communication, Growth Mindset, Dismantling Inequities, and Caring Teams & Community
Additional Information:
The hours of this position are from 7:30 am - 2:15 pm
The hourly pay rate for this position is $17.46 (for non-bilingual) and $18.16 (for bilingual) candidate
Center Location: 59 Broad Street, Freehold, NJ 07728
Benefits:
Ability to make an impact in the lives of the children, families, and partners we serve
Career growth and professional development opportunities
Supportive working environment
Average of 5 weeks of paid time off during 1st year of employment
Comprehensive benefits, including 401K matching and 100% vesting program
Pre Hire Requirements:
Upon hire, Two Valid IDs, Two Reference Letters, Physical exams and TB Tests, Fingerprint Screening (CHRI), and Background Checks (CARI) are required for this position.
Must have a Valid Driver's License and/or reliable transportation
Please note: All new hires must attend the four days (Tuesday - Friday: 9 am to 3 pm) of mandatory New Employee Orientation Training at South Amboy Center - 310 Augusta Street, South Amboy, NJ 08879 upon completion of pre-hire documents.
This position earns up to 18.16 Hourly
Why Acelero Learning or Shine Early Learning?
Ability to make an impact in the lives of the children, families, and partners we serve
Career growth and professional development opportunities
Supportive working environment
Average of 5 weeks of paid time off during 1st year of employment
Comprehensive benefits, including 401K matching and 100% vesting program
We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a diverse and healthy work place.
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