Lead Teacher (School Age)

Job DetailsJob Location: Lorain Community Constellation Horizon Site - Lorain, OH 44052Salary Range: $15.00 - $17.50 HourlyAre 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.   School Age Lead Teacher   Locations Currently Hiring: Lorain Community Childcare Center located at 1110 West 4th Street Lorain, Ohio   Wage Information: Full-time hourly position commensurate with education, experience and Career Pathway Level in OCCRRA; pay rate ranges from $15.00 to $17.50 per hour.  Reports to: Site Coordinator    Job Description:  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  QualificationsQualifications: 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      Employee 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)