Horizon 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, 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!
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.
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
Who Can Apply:
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Must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma or GED
Commit to the following:
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Completing the CDA Professional Portfolio
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Attend the weekly training class
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Complete 120 paid online training hours
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Complete 480 paid classroom hours
