Teacher Assistant (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 Old Brooklyn Childcare Center, located at 4142 Pearl Rd in Cleveland, Ohio, is hiring an afternoon school-age teacher assistant. Apply today if you have experience working with school age children.

Hours:

School Age Teacher Assistant. Hours are 12pm to 6pm Monday through Friday.

School Age Teacher Assistant Wage Information: Full-time hourly position commensurate with experience, training, and education. Pay Rate Range: $14.50 to $16.00 per hour.

CPL 1 $14.50 per hour / CPL 2 and up $16.00 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)