We are excited to announce that we will be opening our brand-new school in Elkhorn, NE in January 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-orientated, 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, ezWrite, 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
- Ongoing, FREE professional development
- Generously discounted childcare
- Opportunities for career growth
- and much, much more
APPLY TODAY!
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