Lead Teacher (Toddler)

HORIZON EDUCATION CENTERS•Elyria, OH

8d•$15 - $18•Onsite

About The Position

Join our childcare center Toddler team and help create a nurturing, playful, and enriching environment where young children grow with confidence and joy. 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. Join our employment team as we create a brighter future for children and families throughout the region and beyond. Toddler Lead Teacher Current Locations Hiring: Dewhurst Childcare Center in Elyria- Hours are 40 hours a week. Schedule is 7am until 4pm (hour break) Monday through Friday.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent is required
Experience in a toddler classroom setting is required
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

Nice To Haves

a CDA, associate degree or higher in ECE or related field is preferred
Career Pathway Level in OCCRRA is at minimum Level 1
Experience with Creative Curriculum preferred; strong familiarity with lesson planning incorporating all domains of the Ohio Early Learning Content Standards
Willingness to update job knowledge with required training, DCY licensing rules and SUTQ professional development opportunities, and industry trends

Responsibilities

Responsible for the care and supervision of children and classroom management at all times in accordance with licensing standards and best practices
Develop age appropriate and differentiated classroom schedule, lesson plans and classroom environment to support preschool readiness and individual learning for each child
Provide functional classroom support and assist with meal service as required
Complete and document services provided, such as progress reports, attendance screenings, and assessments as required
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
Maintain professionalism and confidentiality with personnel and family information
All other duties as needed/assigned

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)
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)