Quality and Programming Assistant

div h4Job Details/h4 divstrongJob Location/strong: nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;Horizon Education Centers - North Olmsted, OH/div divstrongSalary Range/strong: nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;$17.50 - $17.50 Hourly/div /div h4Description/h4pAre you committed to excellence in early childhood education? We are looking for a Quality and Programming Assistant at Horizon Education Centers, supporting high-quality programming and helping ensure the best learning environment for every child./p pFor 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.nbsp;strongOur Mission:/strongnbsp;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./p pnbsp;/p p style="text-align:center"strongemuQuality and Programming Assistant/u/em/strong/p p style="text-align:center"nbsp;/p pustrongLocation/strong/u: Administration Headquarters, North Olmsted, Ohionbsp;/p pustrongWage Information:/strong/u Full-time hourly position $17.50 per hournbsp;/p pstronguReports to/u/strong: Senior Education Services Coordinatornbsp;/p pustrongAssists:/strong/u Quality amp; Programming Coordinatorsnbsp;/p pnbsp;/p pustrongJob Description:/strong/unbsp;/p pPosition supports Horizon Education Centers and School-Based Programs, including grant management and data analysis for each.nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;/p ul li pCompletes site visits, classroom observations, and reportsnbsp;/p /li /ul ul li pAssists with preparing and having meetings with staff to drive programming, quality assurance, and team buildingnbsp;/p /li /ul ul li pAssists with monitoring lesson planning, curriculum, childrenrsquo;s progress, and teaching staffrsquo;s professional developmentnbsp;/p /li /ul ul li pConducts technical assistance and coaching on an individualized basis to help staff improve teaching skills in the classroom and in small group sessionsnbsp;/p /li /ul ul li pMaintain professionalism and confidentiality with personnel and family informationnbsp;/p /li /ul ul li pAll other duties as needed/assignednbsp;/p /li /ul pnbsp;/p pThis is a generalist position and will require travel within the service area, ability to collect and analyze data, ability to work independently and as a team member, be a self-starter, and have excellent communication and organizational skills.nbsp;nbsp;/p pnbsp;/p h4Qualifications/h4brpustrongQualifications/strong/u: /p ul li pRequires a CDA or an associate’s degree in education or related field, and preferably a bachelor's degree in education, leadership, or administration /p/li /ul ul li pKnowledge of DCY requirements /p/li /ul ul li pExperience in childcare, after-school, and early education settings is required /p/li /ul ul li pExperience with Creative Curriculum, TS Gold Assessments, and other pertinent tools is a plus /p/li /ul ul li pHas the ability to build positive relationships with coworkers, families, vendors, and the community through prompt and accurate response and service, cheerful and professional attitude, and problem-solving spirit /p/li /ul ul li pMust have strong interpersonal and customer service skills; and be able to expertly deal with internal and external individuals in a positive manner  /p/li /ul ul li pMust possess excellent communication skills, both verbal and written /p/li /ul ul li pMust be able to multitask and have strong detail-oriented, time management, and organizational skills  /p/li /ul ul li pMust be able to work independently, as well as collaboratively as an active part of a team  /p/li li pMust be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, and other software programs; with an emphasis on Excel  /p/li li pMust have strong data entry skills and experience in the collection and analysis of data to make improvements is a plus /p/li li pWillingness to update job knowledge with required training, DCY licensing rules and SUTQ professional development opportunities, and industry trends /p/li li pMust be able to pass background checks and physical/ medical screening as required /p/li /ul p /p p stronguEmployee Benefits:/u/strong/p ul li pMedical coverage for employees who work 30+ hours a week. Dental, Vision, Life, and Accident Insurance for full or part-time positions/p/li li pPre-paid employment screenings/onboarding, including, but not limited to, transcripts, fingerprints, and physical/immunization for full or part-time positions/p/li li pHolidays and paid time off after completion of the Probationary period/p/li li pPaid professional development for full or part-time positions/p/li li pLearn and Earn Tuition Programs/p/li li p403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with match options after a year of employment for full-time 20+ hour positions/p/li li pDiscounted childcare for full or part-time positions (must apply or prove not eligible for publicly funded childcare)/p/li /ul p style="margin-left:48px;" /p