School Director

Pay: $62,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year/DOEQ

We are excited to announce that we will be opening our brand-new Millard location in Spring 2026!

We are now accepting applications for a passionate and dedicated SCHOOL DIRECTOR to join us in providing exceptional early care and education within the area!

As we open the doors to this new school, we need a Director who can:

• Build a strong foundation by creating lasting partnerships with families and the community.
• Recruit, develop, and inspire a high-performing, diverse team of educators.
• Lead with heart and purpose by supporting staff in working effectively with children facing challenges or coming from under-resourced backgrounds.
• Grow enrollment and cultivate a positive school culture rooted in excellence, inclusion, and meaningful relationships.

Potential candidates must be organized, detail-oriented, self-motivated, reliable, and able to lead in a fast-paced, highly professional environment.

Potential candidates must:

• Have a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field.
• Meet the Program Administrator qualifications for NAEYC accreditation.
• Have knowledge of state licensing regulations.
• Have general knowledge in childcare assistance, NAEYC, SEEDS, ez Write, STEAM and curriculum is preferred.
• The ideal candidate should be passionate about Early Childhood Education and have strong leadership skills.
• Must have a minimum of 2 years' of management experience in a licensed early childhood setting.

As a New Horizon Academy educator, you will...

• Delight in our beautifully equipped classrooms.
• Work alongside a caring and dedicated team.
• Have support and encouragement for our knowledgeable support staff.
• Be a brain-builder who will help shape the leaders of tomorrow!

What makes New Horizon Academy different...

• For over fifty years, New Horizon Academy has been the leader in early care and education.
• Our company fosters a culture of continuous improvement, which means that every decision we make is based on what's best for children and for our staff.
• We are passionate advocates for additional national, state, and local early childhood resources.
• Research shows that a child's first five years are the most important for social and emotional brain development, which is why the work we do is so essential!

We are looking for someone who.

• Meets or exceeds state qualifications for the listed position.
• 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.
• Has the physical abilities to perform the required job duties with or without accommodations.

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

• Company sponsored health insurance
• 401K with company match
• Paid time off
• Generously discounted childcare
• Opportunities for career growth
• and much, much more

APPLY TODAY!

E.O.E

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