Lead Teacher (School Age)

HORIZON EDUCATION CENTERS • Lorain, OH

8d • $15 - $18 • Onsite

About The Position

Horizon Education Centers is seeking an enthusiastic educator to join their school-age staff. The Lead Teacher will help create a safe, supportive environment where children can grow outside of school hours. Horizon has been providing high-quality care and education for over 46 years, serving children from 6 weeks to 14 years of age. Their mission is to provide high-quality early childhood education, care, and youth development programs. This position is located at the Lorain Community Childcare Center.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent is required
• Experience in a classroom setting and with children 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

Responsibilities

• Homework assistance in one-on-one and small group settings; check work and ensure completion if possible
• Responsible for the care and supervision of the children in the classroom- build rapport, classroom management
• Plan and implement engaging age-appropriate lesson plans for classroom activities and clubs.
• Parent engagement and communication
• Manage a classroom environment that is fun and engaging
• Maintain documentation for services provided progress reports and attendance
• 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
• Work independently with a group of children and as part of a team with other staff and the director
• May be required to assist with center transportation plans
• Maintain professionalism and confidentiality with personnel and family information
• All other duties as needed/assigned

Benefits

• Pre-paid employment screenings/onboarding, including, but not limited to, fingerprints, and physical/immunization for all employees
• Paid professional development for full or part-time positions
• Holiday Pay
• Discounted childcare for all full-time, part-time or seasonal positions (must apply or prove not eligible for publicly funded childcare)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED