We are seeking a Childcare Aide to join our team at New Horizon Academy Lino Lakes!
Hourly Wage Range: $15.75-$16.80 (D.O.E)
All applicants MUST:
• Have positive work ethic and be a team-player.
• Be able to work full-time (Monday-Friday) and be flexible with scheduling.
• Have a passion for working with children!
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You'll love teaching with us, just as our children will love learning with you! If you want to inspire, encourage, and celebrate a child's love of learning every day, come join our team!
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Thank you for considering the Elk River, Minnesota New Horizon Academy! We are conveniently located off Highway 169, near Highway 10. Our school has been serving Elk River, Otsego, Dayton, and Ramsey families since 2006 and offers infant, toddler, preschool, pre-k, school-age, and summer learning programs. Our Elk River daycare center is accredited by NAEYC, the gold standard in daycare accreditation. All New Horizon Academy childcare classrooms utilize a comprehensive early learning curriculum, focusing 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 Elk River daycare center today.
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Enroll before 5/29/26 and receive 25% off your child’s first 8 weeks!
*First-time enrollees or families returning after nine months only. Not valid with any other offer or discount. Elk River location only. Discount must be requested by the first day of enrollment and may only be used during the first 8 weeks. Based upon availability. Family must enroll and pay registration fee by 5/29/26.
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I started my NHA journey at our St. Cloud location. I was a young preschool teacher and then the assistant director. I transferred to the Elk River location in 2005. I have been the director at the Elk River location since 2012. My husband and I became empty nesters in 2023 when our two daughters moved out. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my family, traveling, and camping.
Education – BA in Early Childhood
Years of Early Childhood Education Experience: 26+
What do you like about early childhood?
Watching a child’s eyes light up when they are learning something new. Where else can you work and get a ton of hugs each day?!
What makes your school unique?
We are a very strong team here in Elk River. We have 5 teachers that have been here for 15+ years! We are NAEYC accredited and 4-star parent aware rated.
What is your favorite children’s book?
“Peppermint” by Dorothy Grider
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My husband and two kids live in the country on 120 acres. Our family loves to be outside four wheeling, dirt biking, swimming, having bonfires, snowmobiling, walking our dog, planting flower gardens, and boating. We enjoy road trips, traveling, time at the cabin, playing games, movie nights, and shopping. I started my career with New Horizon Academy in 2007 as a toddler float, became a toddler teacher, early preschool teacher, and then was a float again. I have been the assistant director since December 2023.
Education – AA in Early Childhood
Years of Early Childhood Education Experience: 19+
What do you like about early childhood?
I love watching the children absorb everything around them! They are so easily pleased to learn new things!
What makes your school unique?
We have many long-term teachers, we are accredited, and we have a very high percentage of our employees who are teacher qualified!
What is your favorite children’s book?
“Love You Forever” by Robert Munsch
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“It’s a great opportunity for people who are creative and love to be lifelong learners.”
Jessi G., Senior Conscious Discipline Specialist
“I’ve built so many relationships with families and children at New Horizon Academy.”
Emilia S., Teacher
“All decisions are made to benefit the children, employees, or parents.”
Kami T., District Manager
“New Horizon Academy pays for your education!”
Tracey D., Assistant Director
Both our children have attended the Elk River New Horizon Academy since they were in the infant room, and we’ve had a great experience! Communication about how their day is going is clear and helpful. It is amazing to see our kids learn, grow, and build relationships at daycare. Our kids love the teachers in all the classrooms!
I am so impressed with the amazing connections the teachers have made with my children. My three-year-old looks up to all her teachers so much.
My daughter has learned so much here, and although she shows signs of having a learning disability, they’ve always treated her as equal, and have always put in extra effort with her to help her thrive. She is counting, recognizing numbers and letters, and has even been reading common words. The teachers always ask what we do at home to help her, and the consistency between school and home have made a huge positive impact for her. I’m so thankful for her wonderful team of teachers for helping her grow not just academically, but emotionally as well.
I’ve had both of my children at New Horizon Academy since they were able to enroll and have had nothing but a great experience! Their curriculum is second to none, and the staff are always friendly. The directors do a phenomenal job as well as all of the other staff at Elk River. Thank you Elk River NHA for all that you do!
