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Assistant Director
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$55700 /hour

Full-Time

Job Description

Our Laurel Village location is hiring for an Assistant Director!

Potential candidates must be organized, detail-orientated, self-motivated, reliable, have strong communication skills, a collaborative spirit and a commitment to professional excellence to join our team as Assistant Directors. Potential candidates must have:

  • Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field.
  • 2 years experience in an Early Childhood setting.
  • Have working knowledge of state specific licensing requirements, National Accreditation guidelines, and early childhood development teaching and assessment strategies.

Salary: $55,700/year

Are you passionate about making a positive impact? Join us!

Working with us means not only enjoying your role but also witnessing the joy of learning in every child. If you're dedicated to inspiring, encouraging, and fostering a child's love for learning on a daily basis, we invite you to become a valued member of our school family!

 

Joining New Horizon Academy means...

  • Enjoying our well-equipped and inviting school environment.
  • Thriving in a dynamic and friendly workplace.
  • Collaborating with a team that is caring and dedicated.
  • Receiving support and encouragement from our experienced home office staff.
  • You'll be a go-to expert for your school, shaping the educational experience with your expertise!

  

What sets New Horizon Academy apart:

  • With a legacy spanning over fifty years, New Horizon Academy stands as a forefront leader in early care and education.
  • A commitment to a culture of continuous improvement, where decisions prioritize the well-being of children and our staff.
  • Passionate advocacy for increased national, state, and local early childhood resources.
  • Recognizing the critical importance of a child's first five years for social and emotional brain development, making our work essential!

 

Join us in making a lasting impact on the crucial early years of a child's life.

 

We are looking for someone who. . .

  • Is willing to learn and grow as a leader
  • Has a passion for working with young children.
  • Can satisfy the Applicant Background Study required by state regulations.
  • Has documentation of U.S. citizenship or eligibility to work in the U.S.

 

 

We are proud to offer a complete benefits package, which includes...

  • Company sponsored Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Access to supplementary benefits like Short Term Disability and Life Insurance
  • 401K with company match
  • Competitive PTO offerings
  • Generous childcare discount
  • Employee and family referral bonuses
  • Monthly Cell Phone Reimbursement
  • Opportunities for career growth
  • Ongoing, paid professional development opportunities
  • Tuition Reimbursement for BA and MA degrees in ECE or related field
  • and much more!

 

APPLY TODAY!

 

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Daycare in Minneapolis, MN - Laurel Village
7:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m., M-F
6 Weeks to 5 Years
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Downtown Minneapolis's Trusted Daycare and Preschool

Thank you for considering the Minneapolis (Laurel Village) New Horizon Academy! One of six of our Minneapolis locations, we are conveniently located in downtown Minneapolis, off Hennepin Avenue, I-394, and I-94, within the Laurel Village apartment complex. Our school has been serving Minneapolis families and employees since 2009 and has three infant rooms, three toddler rooms, and three preschool rooms. Our downtown Minneapolis daycare center is accredited by NAEYC, the gold standard in daycare accreditation. All New Horizon Academy childcare classrooms utilize a comprehensive early learning curriculum, with a focus on STEAM, reading, social-emotional development, and more. We believe in the power of play and encourage growth and learning through physical movement. We would love to meet your family! Schedule a tour at our Minneapolis daycare center today!

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Meet Our School Directors

BIO

I live in Elk River with my fiancé, Dave, and son, Jack. We go up to our cabin on Mille Lacs Lake every weekend. We love to go boating, fishing, and hang out at the cabin. When we are not up north, I enjoy cooking and spending time with friends.

Education – St. Cloud State University

Years of Early Childhood Education Experience: 12

What do you like about early childhood?

I love that every day is different!

What makes your school unique?

We are the 100th New Horizon Academy school location! We are brand new and excited to grow our school family!

What is your favorite children’s book?

Any book by Dr. Seuss

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BIO

My name is Lexi, and I am the assistant director of our Corcoran location. I have the privilege of not only being a part of our Corcoran school family, but also being a parent whose child attends this school. Previously, I was an infant teacher at one of our surrounding schools for 5 years before going on to attain my degree in Early Childhood Education. This spring I had the opportunity to help open up our Corcoran location and truly have loved every minute of this new journey.

Education – Rasmussen College

Years of Early Childhood Education Experience: 6

What do you like about early childhood?

I like how rewarding it is to play a role in shaping young minds, helping foster a love for learning, and overall being a part of such a large growth journey .

What makes your school unique?

Our school is unique because we are New Horizon Academy’s 100th school!

What is your favorite children’s book?

“The Pout-Pout Fish” by Deborah Diesen

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BEST childcare center ever! As a parent, I can definitely say that I’ve seen a significant improvement in my daughter’s development since starting at New Horizon Academy. She comes home every day and tells me how much she’s learned in her class and how much she loves her teachers. have peace of mind knowing my daughter is safe, loved, and welcomed at daycare.

— Haley B., New Horizon Academy Family

BEST childcare center ever! As a parent, I can definitely say that I’ve seen a significant improvement in my daughter’s development since starting at New Horizon Academy. She comes home every day and tells me how much she’s learned in her class and how much she loves her teachers. have peace of mind knowing my daughter is safe, loved, and welcomed at daycare.

 

— Haley B., New Horizon Academy Family

BEST childcare center ever! As a parent, I can definitely say that I’ve seen a significant improvement in my daughter’s development since starting at New Horizon Academy. She comes home every day and tells me how much she’s learned in her class and how much she loves her teachers. have peace of mind knowing my daughter is safe, loved, and welcomed at daycare.

 

— Haley B., New Horizon Academy Family

BEST childcare center ever! As a parent, I can definitely say that I’ve seen a significant improvement in my daughter’s development since starting at New Horizon Academy. She comes home every day and tells me how much she’s learned in her class and how much she loves her teachers. have peace of mind knowing my daughter is safe, loved, and welcomed at daycare.

 

— Haley B., New Horizon Academy Family

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