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 Lorain County. These primary communities are at the heart of our commitment to early childhood education.
NEXT SESSION STARTS JUNE 15TH, 2026! APPLY TODAY TO SAVE YOUR SPOT!
Description:
Attend a CDA training class one day a week, 8 hours a day, and work in the classroom 4 days a week, 8 hours per day. Then you will earn this 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!
We have 13 locations, which are in Berea, Cleveland, Elyria, Lakewood, Lorain and North Olmsted, and they are accepting applications today.
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:
Must be at least a junior in high school.
Commit to the following:
Completing the CDA Professional Portfolio
Attend the weekly training class
Complete 120 paid online training hours
Complete 480 paid classroom hours
