CDA Apprenticeship
About The Position
Horizon has a unique opportunity for you! Are you interested in working with children and earning a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential in as little as 6 months? We are able to help you achieve this. 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 is to provide high-quality early childhood education, care, and youth development programs. Horizon Education Centers proudly serves a range of communities in Lorain County. These primary communities are at the heart of our commitment to early childhood education. NEXT SESSION STARTS MAY 12TH, 2026! APPLY TODAY TO SAVE YOUR SPOT! Description: Attend a CDA training class one day a week, 8 hours a day, and work in the classroom 4 days a week, 8 hours per day. Then you will earn this credential while being paid for a total of 120 online training hours and 480 paid classroom hours at $12.50 per hour. Centers operate from 6:30 am to 6:00 pm Monday through Friday. Weekends are for you! This position will quickly enhance your opportunity for advancement into higher classroom roles that come with a significant pay increase! Assistants holding a CDA credential earn $15.50, and leads with a CDA credential earn $17.50! We have 13 locations, which are in Berea, Cleveland, Elyria, Lakewood, Lorain and North Olmsted, and they are accepting applications today. If you do not have your high school diploma yet but want to find out more, complete the application, and we can discuss other opportunities.
Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma or GED
- Commit to the following: Completing the CDA Professional Portfolio
- Attend the weekly training class
- Complete 120 paid online training hours
- Complete 480 paid classroom hours
Responsibilities
- Attend a CDA training class one day a week, 8 hours a day
- Work in the classroom 4 days a week, 8 hours per day
- Complete 120 paid online training hours
- Complete 480 paid classroom hours
- Completing the CDA Professional Portfolio
Benefits
- Earn while you learn model
- No-cost online training
- Books and resources to complete all classes
- On-site coaching and mentoring
- Free laptop and technology support
- CDA credential from the Council for Professional Recognition
- Minimal cost childcare
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
