Teacher Assistant (School Age Program)

Are you an enthusiastic educator who loves engaging school-age children in fun, meaningful learning experiences? Join our school-age staff today and help create a safe, supportive environment where kids can grow outside of school hours.

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.

Position and Location:

Our Old Brooklyn Childcare Center, located at 4142 Pearl Rd in Cleveland, Ohio, is hiring an afternoon school-age teacher assistant. Apply today if you have experience working with school age children.

Hours:

School Age Teacher Assistant. Hours are 12pm to 6pm Monday through Friday.

Are you willing to be a driver too? There is a $3.00 per hour increase if you are willing to drive the children in our 14-passenger minibus. Drivers have to meet certain criteria. Questions? Apply today so we can discuss opportunities!

School Age Teacher Assistant Wage Information: Full-time hourly position commensurate with experience, training, and education. Pay Rate Range: $14.50 to $16.00 per hour.

CPL 1 $14.50 per hour / CPL 2 and up $16.00 per hour

Reports to: Center Director

Job Description:

• Homework assistance in one-on-one and small group settings; check work and ensure completion if possible

• Plan and/or implement engaging age-appropriate lesson plans for classroom activities and clubs

• 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 group of children 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

• Manage a classroom environment that is fun and engaging

• 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

• May be required to assist with center transportation plans

• Maintain professionalism and confidentiality with personnel and family information

• All other duties as needed/assigned