Teacher Assistant/Aide

HORIZON EDUCATION CENTERS•Cleveland, OH

5d•$14 - $16•Onsite

About The Position

Are you a caring and creative educator who finds joy in helping young children learn, grow, and explore the world around them? Join our team at Horizon Education Centers and make a lasting difference during the most important years of development. 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. Preschool Teacher Assistant Locations Currently Hiring Teacher Assistants: Old Brooklyn Childcare Center in Cleveland, Ohio - The Teacher Assistant requires experience in a childcare center or program that is similar. Hours are to be determined, but will be 40 hours per week M-F. If you have not worked in a childcare center yet and would like to apply for a M-F 2pm to 6pm Classroom Aide please complete this application so we can move forward.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent and experience in a childcare setting are required
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

Strong familiarity with lesson planning and implementation, incorporating all domains of the Ohio Early Learning Content Standards using Creative Curriculum 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

Responsibilities

Works with the Lead Teacher to prepare and implement the daily lesson plans and ensures a high level of interaction with children
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 small group of children and as part of a 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
Maintains a clean, safe and emotionally supportive environment that is conducive to learning and is centered on the needs and abilities of the children
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
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)