School Age Teacher Assistant

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. ***School Age Teacher Assistant*** ***Triskett Station Childcare Center***: ***3 needed after school only M\-F*** **Wage Information**: Full\-time hourly position commensurate with experience, training, and education. Pay Rate Range: $14\.00 to 15\.50 per hour. CPL 1 $14\.00 per hour / CPL 2 and up $15\.50 per hour **Reports to**: Center Director **Job Description:** * Works with the Lead Teacher to prepare and implement the daily lesson plans and ensures a high level of interaction with children * Drive 14 passenger school minibus and/or 6 passenger minivans. (No CDL required) * Bus inspections, maintaining of mileage log, and bus cleaning is required * Assist in documentation for attendance and transportation services provided * 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\-so