HORIZON EDUCATION CENTERS·Cleveland, Ohio
Assist the Lead Teacher in implementing daily lesson plans and providing high-quality care and supervision for school-age children. Responsibilities include driving the school minibus, maintaining attendance logs, and ensuring a safe, supportive learning environment.
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-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 Provide functional classroom support and assist with meal service as required Document services provided, such as progress reports and attendance Maintain professionalism and confidentiality with personnel and family information All other duties as needed/assigned QualificationsQualifications: High school diploma or equivalent and experience in a childcare setting are required Strong familiarity with lesson planning and implementation 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 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: 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) and 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)
Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and previous experience in a childcare setting. Candidates must be able to pass background checks, lift at least 40 lbs, and be willing to undergo professional development.
Market context
Ohio classroom teacher roles are typically in steady demand, especially for candidates who can manage a classroom and plan instruction aligned to state and center expectations. These positions are competitive because schools and centers often look for both teaching experience and the ability to stay active with children throughout the day. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform, then confirm your age, classroom leadership experience, and lesson-planning background before applying.