Teacher (School Age Program)

Are you an enthusiastic educator who loves engaging school-age children in fun, meaningful learning experiences? Join our school-age staff today and help create a safe, supportive environment where kids can grow outside of school hours.

For over 46 years, Horizon has been at the forefront of providing high-quality care and education, significantly shaping the lives of children. Horizon offers programs for children 6 weeks to 14 years of age. Our Mission: to provide high-quality early childhood education, care, and youth development programs. Horizon Education Centers proudly serves a range of communities in Cleveland, Elyria, Lorain, North Olmsted, Berea, Parma, and Lakewood. These primary communities are at the heart of our commitment to early childhood education.

Position and Location:

Our Market Square Center, located at 2500 West 25th Street in Cleveland, Ohio, is hiring a school-age teacher assistant. Apply today if you have experience in a childcare center or school setting.

Hours:

School Age Teacher Assistant : Monday through Friday split shift: 7:30am until 9:30am and 1:00pm until 5:30pm for a total of 30 hours a week. Split shifts have an incentive of an extra $1.00 per hour.

Wage Information : Full-time hourly position commensurate with experience, training, and education. Pay Rate Range: $14.00 to 15.50 per hour.

CPL 1 $14.00 per hour / CPL 2 and up $15.50 per hour

Reports to : Center Director

Job Description:

- Homework assistance in one-on-one and small group settings; check work and ensure completion if possible

- Plan and/or implement engaging age-appropriate lesson plans for classroom activities and clubs

- Responsible for the care and supervision of children and classroom management at all times in accordance with licensing standards and best practices

- Work independently with a group of children with other teachers, leads, center staff and the director

- Build positive relationships with children, families and other staff members through prompt and accurate response and service, cheerful and professional attitude, and problem-solving spirit

- Manage a classroom environment that is fun and engaging

- Complete and document services provided, such as progress reports, attendance screenings, and assessments as required

- Provide functional classroom support and assist with meal service as required

- May be required to assist with center transportation plans

- Maintain professionalism and confidentiality with personnel and family information

- All other duties as needed/assigned

Qualifications

Qualifications:

- High school diploma or equivalent and experience in a school age setting are required; degree or willingness to obtain a School Age Endorsement though the state is preferred

- Experience in a classroom setting and with school age children is preferred

- Willingness to update job knowledge with required training, DCY licensing rules and SUTQ professional development opportunities, and industry trends

- Must be able to adapt quickly to changing environments and assignments as required

- We seek someone who is prompt and reliable and who possesses a genuine love of children

- Must be able to lift and carry a minimum of 40 lbs. as required

- Must be able to pass background checks and physical/ medical screening as required

Employee Benefits:

- Medical coverage for employees who work 30+ hours a week, year-round

- Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance for year-round, full-time or part-time 20+ hours per week

- Virtual Health Care and Mental Health Care for year-round or seasonal employees, full-time or part-time 20+ hours a week

- Pre-paid employment screenings/onboarding, including, but not limited to, fingerprints, and physical/immunization for all employees

- Paid Time Off (after 90-day probationary period) and Holiday Pay (after your 1st full pay period for New Hires)

- Paid professional development for full or part-time positions

- Learn and Earn Tuition Programs for year-round full-time or part-time 20+ hours per week positions

- 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with match options after a year of employment for year-round, full-time or part-time 20+ hour positions

- Discounted childcare for all full-time, part-time or seasonal positions (must apply or prove not eligible for publicly funded childcare)