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CDA Apprenticeship

HORIZON EDUCATION CENTERS·North Olmsted, Ohio

$13 - $13/hr·Other·On Site·0-2 yrs·Posted 2 days ago
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About the role

The apprentice will attend weekly CDA training classes and work in a classroom setting to gain hands-on experience. They are responsible for completing 120 hours of online training and 480 hours of classroom work to earn their credential.

Job DetailsJob Location

  • Horizon
  • Education
  • Centers -
  • North
  • Olmsted,
  • OH 44070Salary
  • Range: $12.50 - $12.50 HourlyHorizon has a unique opportunity for you! Are you interested in working with children and earning a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential in as little as 6 months? We are able to help you achieve this. 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 is to provide high-quality early childhood education, care, and youth development programs. Horizon Education Centers proudly serves a range of communities in Cuyahoga and Lorain County. These primary communities are at the heart of our commitment to early childhood education.

Description

  • Attend a CDA training class one day a week, and work in the classroom 4 days a week. Then you will earn your credential while being paid for a total of 120 online training hours and 480 paid classroom hours at $12.50 per hour.
  • Centers operate from 6:30 am to 6:00 pm Monday through Friday. Weekends are for you! This position will quickly enhance your opportunity for advancement into higher classroom roles that come with a significant pay increase! Assistants holding a CDA credential earn $15.50, and leads with a CDA credential earn $17.50!
  • Locations:
  • Cleveland,
  • Lakewood,
  • Berea,
  • North
  • Olmsted,
  • Lorain and
  • Elyria
  • Report to:
  • CDA
  • Apprenticeship
  • Program
  • Coordinator
  • Benefits: Earn while you learn model No-cost online training Books and resources to complete all classes On-site coaching and mentoring Free laptop and technology support CDA credential from the Council for Professional
  • Recognition
  • Minimal cost childcare
  • QualificationsWho
  • Can
  • Apply: If you are 16 years old with a high school diploma or GED If you do not have your high school diploma yet but want to find out more, complete the application, and we can discuss other opportunities for high school juniors and seniors.
  • Commit to the following: Completing the CDA Professional Portfolio Attend the weekly training class Complete 120 online training hours (paid for high school graduates only) Complete 480 paid classroom hours

Requirements

Applicants must be at least 16 years old and possess a high school diploma or GED. Candidates must commit to completing the CDA Professional Portfolio and attending all required training sessions.

  • high school
  • professional certificate
  • Mentoring
  • Classroom management
  • Child care
  • Early childhood education
  • Youth development
  • Professional portfolio development

Benefits

  • No-cost online training
  • On-site coaching and mentoring
  • Free laptop and technology support
  • Minimal cost childcare
  • Books and resources
  • CDA credential

Posting details

Employment type
Other
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$13 - $13/hr
Location
North Olmsted, Ohio
Posted
Aug 20, 2026
Application
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Hiring organization

HORIZON EDUCATION CENTERS

Horizon Education Centers is an Ohio nonprofit corporation founded in 1978. It provides high quality care and education, and youth development programs at its centers and school based programs.

Salary listed on 15 jobs
IndustryChild Day Care Services
TypeNonprofit
Size201-500 employees
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Ohio CDA apprenticeships remain steady

In Ohio, CDA apprenticeship roles are often tied to childcare staffing needs, so openings can appear when centers are building or replacing early childhood staff. These roles can be competitive because they combine paid experience with structured training, and this platform’s AI-summarized job requirements and benefits help you review the original posting faster. If you apply, confirm you meet the age and education requirement and be ready to commit to the portfolio, classroom hours, and required training.

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