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Shaping Young Minds Since 1971

Our teachers are the heart of our schools. Since the first New Horizon Academy opened in 1971, we have remained committed to hiring only the best educators to care for our young learners. We take pride in our team of highly trained professionals who are passionate about early childhood education. Their dedication drives our mission every day, ensuring we deliver and continually enhance the best child development on the planet.

Exceptional Teachers, Exceptional Care

Great teachers are the key to providing exceptional care throughout our early childhood classrooms. Children learn best from consistent, compassionate professionals who create a stable environment that fosters their growth and development. We are thoughtful in hiring educators who meet our high standards, share our passion for early childhood education, and genuinely love working with young children.

When teachers join our team, they go through an in-depth training process designed to set them up for success. Our experienced Curriculum Coordinators guide new educators through our engaging curriculum and innovative teaching methods.

Teachers also receive extensive training on Conscious Discipline, our groundbreaking social-emotional curriculum. New teachers learn how to create safe, welcoming spaces within the classroom and foster the social-emotional skills that are essential for children’s development.

This hands-on training process ensures every teacher steps into the early childhood classroom confident and fully prepared to nurture, inspire, and educate our youngest learners.

From the moment we enrolled, the staff has gone above and beyond to make our son feel welcomed and nurtured. The teachers are incredibly patient and kind, and they genuinely care about each child's development and well-being. It's clear the whole team is passionate about creating a fun and positive environment for the kids, which gives us complete peace of mind as parents.

— Chad, New Horizon Academy Roseville parent

Consistency You Can Count On

New Horizon Academy teachers stay with us for an average of 5 years, with many reaching 10, 15, or even 20+ years! This far exceeds the early childhood industry average of 1-2 years.

Teacher Average Years of Service: 5 years - New Horizon Academy, 1-2 years - other center-based childcare settings

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Benefits of Having Consistent Teachers

Having long-term teachers is proven to provide better social-emotional development, strengthen relationships, and improve learning. In fact, research has shown that young children can't effectively learn until they're well-connected to their teachers. All of these factors help to create a more stable, effective, and nurturing early learning environment for children.

Your Parenting Partners

With many years of experience working with infants, toddlers, and preschoolers, our teachers know a thing or two about young children! Our educators are proud to be your partners in nurturing your child's development, helping them thrive at school and at home.
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Why Parents Love Our Teachers
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New Horizon Academy has been our parenting partner for over 6 years, and my children are now incredibly well-prepared for kindergarten!

Morgan, New Horizon Academy Minnesota parent
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We love that our center is staffed with friendly, highly qualified teachers and passionate, loving management.

Brieanna, New Horizon Academy Kansas parent
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The teachers and directors truly care about the children, and it shows in all their interactions.

Heather, New Horizon Academy Colorado parent

Helping Teachers Graduate Debt-Free

New Horizon Academy proudly supports the educational advancement of our teachers and staff. Not only does this help our valued teachers advance to the next level in their career, but it also ensures that each of our schools has a team of highly qualified educators, stable staffing, and an elevated standard of care for children.

We provide financial assistance to those earning their Child Development Associate certificate (CDA), associate degree, bachelor’s degree, or master’s degree in early childhood education. Learn More Educational advancement opportunities at New Horizon Academy

We've had an absolutely amazing daycare experience at New Horizon Academy! The teachers are fantastic, and they consistently go above and beyond in caring for our children. With high staff retention, it's been wonderful to see our younger child have the same teachers as our older child. From the infant classroom to the pre-kindergarten classroom, the teachers truly pour their hearts into taking care of our kids.

— Cassandra, New Horizon Academy Chanhassen parent

Celebrating Teacher Excellence

We take great pride in celebrating teacher excellence and honor a select group of outstanding educators each year. Teachers are recognized in the following three categories:

New Horizon Academy Awards

The Teacher of Distinction Award honors educators who have been nominated by their school leaders for their exceptional contributions to creating positive and impactful learning environments for children. These teachers consistently go above and beyond to ensure children receive the highest quality of education and care.

 

Teacher of Distinction Qualifications:

  • Has 2+ years of service at New Horizon Academy
  • Is a full-time lead teacher
  • Is employed at a location that has achieved or is actively seeking NAEYC accreditation
  • Meets or exceeds the in-service requirements for the current licensing year
  • Assumes additional responsibility in the school, such as acting as a new employee mentor or school safety monitor

The Kitchen Manager of Distinction Award recognizes outstanding cooks in our schools who go above and beyond to provide nutritious meals for children. These individuals consistently adhere to the monthly menu, manage food allergies with precision, minimize the use of disposable dishware, and maintain a positive attitude at all times.

 

Kitchen Manager of Distinction Qualifications:

  • Has 2+ years of service at New Horizon Academy
  • Has a current Safe Serve Certification
  • Goes above and beyond normal job expectations
  • Is nominated by their school director and district manager

Educators of Excellence are exemplary leaders who have been nominated by their school director and district manager for this prestigious and permanent award. These educators demonstrate unwavering dedication to the early childhood education field, consistently going above and beyond to deliver outstanding care and education to children.

 

Educator of Excellence Qualifications:

  • Has 5+ years of continuous service as a lead teacher at New Horizon Academy
  • Has received the Teacher of Distinction award in 2 previous years
  • Has a CDA, AA, BA, or BS degree in early childhood education
  • Participates in activities that demonstrate commitment to the early education industry, such as advocacy efforts, attending area conferences, or volunteering in the community
  • Demonstrates all the same criteria as Teachers of Distinction

My girls have learned and thrived while at New Horizon Academy! We've been here for 8 years, and both of my kids have had a lot of the same teachers. We love the low staff turnover, the family-friendly environment, and all the fun learning activities!

— Amber, New Horizon Academy Eden Prairie parent

Investing in Teachers with Above-Average Pay

What’s our secret to retaining the very best teachers? Offering them above-average pay!

New Horizon Academy is proud to compensate our educators well above early childhood industry standards, benefiting both our employees and the families we serve. Competitive salaries help us attract and retain top talent, while also demonstrating our commitment to our teachers. This, in turn, leads to long-term retention and a dedicated team committed to providing the best education and care for children.

Continuous Learning for Teachers Too!

At New Horizon Academy, our mission is to foster a culture of lifelong learning, not only for our students but our teachers too!

We hold two annual professional development conferences and offer additional learning opportunities year-round. This allows teachers to strengthen their skills, deepen their knowledge, and stay up to date on important early education topics.

Join Our Teaching Team

Do you share the same passion for early childhood education as our teachers? Apply today and kickstart your career in early childhood at New Horizon Academy!

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