Lead Teacher (School Age)

## Description

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.

***School Age Lead Teacher***

***Location Currently Hiring***

**Triskett Station Childcare Center in Cleveland, Ohio- They are hiring a full-time 40-hour-a-week straight shift year-round with an hour break. Hours are 9am until 6pm M-F. They are also looking for this well-qualified applicant to take on program lead job duties for an additional $1 per hour, plus potential bonus opportunities!! This position requires a minimum of a CPL 3 in OCCRRA.**

**Shoreway Childcare Center in Cleveland, Ohio- (split shift position) 7am-10:30am and 2pm-6pm during the school year, and full-time straight shift during the summer, Monday through Friday**

***Lorain Community Horizon Program located in Lorain Community Constellation Schools, Lorain, Ohio - Hours: 2pm-6pm M-F***

**Lakewood Childcare Center in Lakewood, Ohio, is expanding and opening a new School Age Classroom on-site at the childcare center. They are looking for a school-age lead to help with the setup of this new classroom! (split shift position) 6:30am-11am and 2:30pm-6pm during the school year, and full-time straight shift during the summer, Monday through Friday**

**Wage Information**: Full-time (Split) or Part-time afternoon-only hourly position commensurate with experience, training, and education. Pay Rate Range: $15.00 to $17.50 per hour. Split Shifts with more than a 3 hour timespan in between get an extra $1.00 per hour incentive!

CPL 1 $15.00 per hour / CPL 2 $16.50 per hour / CPL 3 $17.50 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 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 and as a leader for the team 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)