Seasonal School Based Summer Camp

Are you a teacher, a college student who will be here for the summer, or are you graduating high school this summer and looking to make an impact with children? If you are 18 years or older and want to help build positive relationships with school-age children, then I encourage you to apply for this part-time seasonal summer camp position.

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: 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. 

Location: Paul L. Dunbar Elementary School (2159 W 29th St, Cleveland 44113)    

Wage Information: Part-time hourly position commensurate with education, experience and Career Pathway Level in OCCRRA; pay rate ranges from $15.00 to $17.50 per hour. 

Reports to: Site Coordinator 

Dates of Summer Camp and General Hours: June 9-July 10, 2026 from 12 pm - 4:30 pm (please note the below items) 

• A paid full-day mandatory training will take place the week before summer camp (tentatively on Wednesday, June 3 from 8 am – 4:30 pm; pizza lunch will be provided).   

• An additional 9.5 hours of online childcare-related training must be completed before the first day of summer camp. Training may be completed on a computer at home or by scheduling time to come in during the week of June 1.  Staff will be paid for their time once verification is submitted through payroll.  More information will be given during the onboarding process for those who are hired.

• Paul Dunbar will be closed on June 19, 2026 and July 3, 2026. Staff will not be paid for these days off.   

Job Description: 

• Responsible for the care and supervision of children in the classroom – build rapport and classroom management  

• Implement engaging age-appropriate lesson plans and classroom activities 

• Support community partners in providing enrichment activities  

• Manage a classroom environment that is fun and engaging   

• Parent engagement and communication  

• 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  

• Work independently with a group of children and as part of a team with other staff and the Site Coordinator  

• Maintain professionalism and confidentiality with personnel and family information  

• Maintain documentation for services provided, including attendance and snack 

• Assist with student dismissal  

• Assist with student lunch time  

• Assist and support the Site Coordinator in data collection and good record keeping  

• All other duties as needed/assigned 

Qualifications: 

• High school diploma or equivalent is required  

• Experience in a classroom setting and with children preferred 

• Willingness to update job knowledge with required 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 for Seasonal Staff: 

• Prepaid employment screenings and onboarding  

• Discounted childcare for full-time or part-time and seasonal positions scheduled more than 20 hours per week (must apply or prove not eligible for publicly funded childcare)   

Salary : $15 - $18