Director in Training

Become a Future Site Director with New Creations!

Are you an experienced classroom teacher who’s ready for more responsibility, more impact, and the opportunity to lead? The Director in Training (DIT) Leadership Program at New Creations Child Care & Learning Center is designed to help passionate educators take the next step toward a rewarding leadership career.

This is more than a training program, it’s your path to becoming a Site Director. You’ll receive hands-on experience, individualized mentorship, professional development, and the opportunity to learn the business of child care from experienced leaders.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:

The DIT Leadership Program provides hands-on experience, mentorship, and professional development to prepare you for leadership opportunities within our company.

Classroom Leadership – Support curriculum implementation, classroom quality, and licensing compliance.

Team Leadership & Mentorship – Coach, encourage, and develop teachers and staff.

Family Experience – Build strong relationships with families through exceptional communication and our Red Carpet Service philosophy.

Center Operations – Learn scheduling, staffing, payroll, tuition, enrollment, and administrative processes.

Hiring & Team Development – Gain experience with onboarding, staff development, and building strong teams.

Enrollment & Retention – Learn how successful centers grow and build lasting relationships with families.

Licensing & Compliance – Develop a strong understanding of DCYF requirements and New Creations policies and procedures.

As a Director-in-Training, you’ll begin with hands-on training under the guidance of the Operations Manager and experienced Site Directors. As you progress through your training plan, you’ll take on increasing responsibility and work alongside leadership to learn what it takes to successfully operate a center. DIT training will last 6-8 weeks with hands on training with the goal of being placed as a Site Director in one of our locations.

Your experience may include:

Creating and implementing staff and student schedules

Supporting curriculum planning and implementation

Ensuring classrooms meet licensing requirements and maintaining compliance

Assisting with staffing patterns and labor goals

Conducting tours for prospective families

Supporting enrollment growth and family retention

Maintaining student and staff files

Assisting with payroll, tuition, and administrative responsibilities

Supporting hiring, onboarding, and staff development

Coaching and motivating teachers and staff

Helping create a positive, enthusiastic culture where children and educators can thrive

Most importantly, you’ll be expected to lead by example supporting our team, modeling our values, and embracing a lifelong-learning mindset.

We take care of our leaders:401(k) matching

Childcare discounts

Dental insurance

Employee discount

Team Engagement Activities Health insurance

Bonusly - additional monthly bonuses

Paid time off & ESSTProfessional development assistance

Referral program

Vision insurance

Job Type: Full-time, In person

Pay:
Starting at $23.00/hour pending experience and education

Schedule:

9 hour shift with one hour unpaid break

Day shift
- No Nights or Weekends Monday to Friday Travel:
Lakeville, Burnsville, Valley View, Prior Lake EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
• Must be at least 18 years old and Associates Degree in a related field is required;
Bachelor's Degree preferred
• Must be Teacher qualified under DCYF Rule 3 Standards. Official transcripts of all post-secondary work required.
• Two to three years of experience as a Lead Teacher or two to three years of leadership experience in another career field preferred.
• State DHS background check and fingerprints shall determine that the applicant has not been “convicted…