Early Learning Leader

Are you a strategic leader with a passion for growth, innovation, and transforming the landscape of early childhood education? Acelero, Inc. is looking for a dynamic Early Learning Leader to drive our mission to eliminate the gaps between young children’s potential and their success in school and life. Why Acelero? Our mission is bold: To design and deliver research and evidence-based approaches to eliminate the gaps between young childrenʼs inherent potential and their achievement in school and life. With our partners, we accelerate child and family outcomes that honor all of the aspirations and cultures of the communities we serve. Our values: Data-Informed Learning; Transparent & Open Communication; Growth Mindset; Championing Equality; Caring Teams & Communities. Your Role: As the Early Learning Leader, you will be responsible for building the educational leadership capacity to support the growth and professional development of the teaching staff. The Early Learning Leader also plans and collaborates with both national and local Shine Early Learning staff to ensure effective and efficient operations across Head Start service areas within the program and across the Shine Early Learning network. What You’ll Do: Provide individual and group support for education leads in implementing educational initiatives and coaching. Communicate and collaborate effectively with Grantee Leadership, staff and community partners to ensure high-quality instruction and consistency of practices. Mentor and coach the Education team; plan and implement comprehensive, differentiated and sequential professional development for education staff. Plan and support the on-boarding of Early Learning Inclusion/Specialists and Education Leaders. Collaborate and coordinate with other service area leadership and initiatives ensuring timely and appropriate support for children with atypical needs as well as parent education and outreach activities are consistent with education goals and activities Consistently contribute to program, network and professional excellence through productive leadership through participation in program planning and leadership (1:1 with DSI-, policy council relations, leadership team meetings), Shine Early Learning Transition Team meetings and other collaboration meetings. Track, monitor and ensure all Education and Disabilities/Mental Health SISS milestones are achieved and Transition Rubric benchmarks are met. Support efforts to maintain program compliance with state/local licensing and QRIS. Communicate with Implement Partner leadership on programmatic status, updates and any concerns regarding the classroom staff or facilities. Provide training to Implement partner staff on education model and practices. Collect and analyze data as a basis for decision making for program improvement. Participate in assigned meetings, events and training as required. Lead assigned department personnel, which may include providing oversight and input into hiring, training, scheduling, evaluating, as well as ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and the completion of all work performed by team members. Educate team members on all department and company policies and procedures. Meet with team members regularly to identify and resolve problems, manage projects, track goals, and review work processes and procedures. Represent team and/or department at meetings, events, and training as needed. What You Bring: Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education OR Bachelor’s degree in related field with at least six (6) courses in early childhood education and experience teaching preschool-aged children OR state awarded preschool teaching certification with experience teaching preschool aged children; master’s degree preferred. Minimum of three (3) years experience supervising and coaching teachers and education leaders; experience with early childhood education and special education strongly preferred; prior Head Start / Early Head Start experience a plus. Physical exam and background checks are required for this position. Travel required locally or long-distance up to 10% of the time for work-related meetings and functions. Must have a valid driver’s license and/or reliable transportation. When/Where/How Much: When: January 2026 Where: Milwaukee, WI How Much: this position pays up to $65,055 annually 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 that support your total wellbeing, including: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with multiple plan options to fit your needs Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions up to $400/individuals & $800/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, ID Theft Protection, and Employee Discount Perks If you’re ready to take on a challenge that matters and lead growth in a company where purpose and values drive every decision, apply now to join us as our next Early Learning Leader. Together, we’ll help every child reach their fullest potential! Application deadline : June 5th, 2026 We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a diverse and healthy workplace. Shine Early Learning is committed to proving that every child can succeed at the highest levels – and demonstrating that high-impact, evidence-based approaches can help early childhood programs truly make the difference in a child's life. Shine Early Learning offers dedicated resources and an integrated programmatic approach to help Head Start and early education programs reach their own ambitious goals. The Shine Early Learning approach is developed, implemented, and continuously refined at Acelero Learning, a high-performing Head Start and Early Head Start program serving more than 5,000 children across the nation. Acelero Learning was named an Exemplar Head Start provider by Bellwether Education Partners, a leading education research and consulting firm. Through the implementation of an integrated programmatic approach, Acelero Learning has produced some of the largest child outcome gains ever recorded at an individual Head Start program. Acelero Learning's evaluation study conducted by NIEER show children served for two years make twice the gain of average Head Start participants, as compared to the 2009 FACES data.