Lead Teacher (Half Day Preschool)
About The Position
Horizon Education Centers is hiring a Half-Day Preschool Lead Teacher for its Dewhurst Childcare Center in Elyria, Ohio, serving the Ohio Preschool Program (OPP). The teacher will create a positive, engaging, developmentally appropriate learning environment for preschool-aged children. The role includes planning and leading classroom activities, building relationships with families, and supporting each child’s social, emotional, and academic growth. The schedule is Monday through Thursday, 8:15 a.m. to 2:15 p.m. Pay is $18.00–$19.00 per hour, based on education, experience, and OCCRRA Career Pathway Level.
Requirements
- A current CDA is required.
- OCCRRA Career Pathway Level 3 or higher.
- Experience in a preschool classroom setting.
- Willingness to update job knowledge through required training, DCY licensing rules, SUTQ professional development opportunities, and awareness of industry trends.
- Ability to adapt quickly to changing environments and assignments.
- Promptness, reliability, and a genuine love of children.
- Ability to lift and carry at least 40 pounds as required.
- Ability to pass required background checks and physical/medical screening.
Nice To Haves
- An associate degree or higher in early childhood education (ECE) or a related field.
- Experience with Creative Curriculum.
- Strong familiarity with lesson planning that incorporates all domains of the Ohio Early Learning Content Standards.
Responsibilities
- Plan and implement daily lesson plans that support developmentally appropriate practices.
- Provide high-quality interactions and learning experiences for preschool-aged children.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and nurturing classroom environment.
- Supervise children at all times and ensure compliance with licensing regulations and best practices.
- Complete required documentation, including attendance, screenings, assessments, and progress reports.
- Conduct developmental screenings and assessments as required.
- Partner with families and provide referrals or resources when needs are identified.
- Collaborate with teachers, center staff, and leadership to support children and families.
- Assist with classroom operations, including meal service when needed.
- Build positive relationships with children, families, and coworkers.
- Maintain confidentiality of child, family, and staff information.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Free virtual health care and mental health care for year-round or seasonal employees working 20 or more hours per week, subsidized by Horizon.
- Medical coverage for year-round employees working 30 or more hours per week.
- Dental, vision, and life insurance for year-round employees working 20 or more hours per week.
- Pre-paid employment screenings and onboarding, including fingerprints and physical/immunization requirements.
- Paid time off after a 90-day probationary period.
- Holiday pay after the first full pay period for new hires.
- Paid professional development for full-time and part-time positions.
- Learn and Earn Tuition Programs for year-round employees working 20 or more hours per week.
- 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with match options after one year of employment for year-round employees working 20 or more hours per week.
- Discounted childcare for full-time, part-time, or seasonal employees, subject to eligibility requirements.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
