Head Start Teacher

Acelero

North Brunswick, NJ, United States
$61,400.00; not specified; not specified py
Child-centered curriculum implementation
Addressing challenging behaviors
Documenting children's progress
The Preschool Teacher (Lead Teacher) is responsible for leading a Head Start classroom of 3–5 year old children, working collaboratively with an assistant teacher, family members and other staff to achieve positive outcomes for children of all abilities

Job Summary

  • The Preschool Teacher (Lead Teacher) is responsible for leading a Head Start classroom of 3–5 year old children, working collaboratively with an assistant teacher, family members and other staff to achieve positive outcomes for children of all abilities.
  • Acelero's mission is bold: To design and deliver research and evidence-based approaches to eliminate the gaps between young children's inherent potential and their achievement in school and life.
  • Robust benefits that support your total wellbeing, including Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, HSA with company contributions, 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match, and Professional Development Reimbursements.

Matching Summary

The Preschool Teacher (Lead Teacher) is responsible for leading a Head Start classroom of 3–5 year old children, working collaboratively with an assistant teacher, family members and other staff to achieve positive outcomes for children of all abilities.

Salary

$61,400.00; Not specified; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • child-centered curriculum implementation
  • addressing challenging behaviors
  • documenting children's progress
  • partnerships with families
  • developmentally appropriate classroom experiences
  • print rich learning environment
  • supervision and safety of children

Nice-to-have

  • socially conscious individual
  • dedicated to building a better future
  • growth mindset
  • championing equality
  • caring teams and communities

Key Requirements

  • Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, or equivalent
  • Meets requirements of the Head Start Act
  • Physical exam and background checks required
  • Travel required up to 10% of the time
  • Valid driver’s license and/or reliable transportation

Work Rights

Not specified

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