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We are seeking a CHILDCARE TEACHER to join our team at New Horizon Academy in the following classrooms!
All applicants MUST:
~Previous childcare experience preferred, but not required.
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E.O.E.
The St. Michael New Horizon Academy is conveniently located off I-94 and 45th Street NE, near the St. Michael Cinema. Our St. Michael daycare opened in 2007, is accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children, and holds a four-star rating from Minnesota Parent Aware. Our St. Michael childcare center has two infant rooms, two toddler rooms, four preschool rooms, and one school-age room. All of our childcare classrooms utilize and age-appropriate curriculum, which incorporates reading, STEAM, social-emotional learning, and more. We utilize age-appropriate learning modules to prepare children for kindergarten and life beyond! We’d love to meet your family and show you our beautiful and newly renovated daycare classrooms. Schedule a tour at New Horizon Academy St. Michael today!
Awards and Accolades
My name is Tarah Stang I have been working in early education for almost 20 years. I love welcoming new people to our school family! When I am not at the center with our school family I enjoy spending time outdoors and traveling with my family and friends.
Education – AAS degree in Early Childhood (Rasmussen University), BA in Child Development (Concordia University)
Years of Early Childhood Education Experience: 18
What do you like about early childhood?
I love being a positive influence in the lives of children during the years of building their developmental foundation.
What makes your school unique?
Our school hosts a variety of teaching staff with some incredible long term staff members including 10 and 20 plus years of service. We are NAEYC accredited and 4-star parent aware rated. Our building just completed a remodel, so everything is updated and fresh.
What is your favorite children’s book?
“Goodnight Moon ” by Margaret Wise Brown
I just graduated from MCTC and earned my A.A.S Degree in Early Childhood Education; I will be continuing my education towards my B.S Early Childhood Education.
Education – Minneapolis Community Technical College
Years of Early Childhood Education Experience: 20
What do you like about early childhood?
I love watching all the milestones children achieve.
What makes your school unique?
We have been selected as the lab school for Conscious Discipline – our social-emotional learning curriculum.
What is your favorite children’s book?
“The Napping House” by Audrey Wood
We feel so grateful to have our daughters attend New Horizon Academy in St. Michael. The teachers and management feel like family. It brings so much peace of mind to know my babies are getting the best education while also feeling loved.
We understand that choosing an early education and child care program for your child is one of the most important decisions you will make as a parent. That is why we have created a step-by-step guide to help you make an informed decision about the early care and education program you choose for your child.
Step 1: Schedule a tour.
Step 2: Use our Quality Child Care Checklist to help you make an informed decision about the early care and education you choose for your child.
Step 3: Complete the Enrollment Agreement and other required forms to enroll your child at New Horizon Academy. Contact your School Director for more information regarding the electronic forms.
Do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions or if you want to plan your visit to one of our schools. Thank you for considering New Horizon Academy. We are eager to partner with you during this incredible time in your child’s growth and development.
Our loving and caring teachers are eager to meet you and your child, and look forward to playing an important role in your child’s early education.
At New Horizon Academy, providing a safe and healthy environment for the children entrusted into our care is our number one priority. We take many precautions to ensure that this commitment if fulfilled every day.
Our teachers will keep you up-to-date on your child’s day and help you stay connected and informed. Via our mobile app, you will receive information about:
So, while you are at work, you have peace of mind that your child is healthy, safe, learning, and having fun!
For your convenience, we offer transportation to local elementary schools for children enrolled in our before and after school program. We partner with a wide variety of schools in our community.
The schools include:
New Horizon Academy St. Michael is AMAZING! I was looking for a preschool program that would get my active 3.5 year old ready for kindergarten as well as a safe, engaging environment for my 6 month old. My son is now kindergarten ready and my infant (now toddler) sings his ABCs, identifies colors, and loves it at daycare. I cannot say enough wonderful things about the staff, the parent communication, and the programs and activities. I highly recommend a tour!
At New Horizon Academy St. Michael, daycare tuition rates vary by:
Please fill out our contact form or schedule a tour, and our school director will provide your family with personalized tuition rates.
Request St. Michael Tuition Rates
Our St. Michael daycare center is open Monday-Friday every day with the exception of nine holidays:
*On Christmas Eve, New Horizon Academy closes at 3:00 p.m.
*If one of these holidays falls on a weekend, it will be observed on either Friday or Monday.
*Our school will remain open during inclement weather to ensure children still have access to quality childcare.
Our St. Michael school offers both full-time and part-time schedules to accommodate the different needs of our families.
Please contact our school director for current childcare openings and availability.
Yes! At New Horizon Academy St. Michael, we have an on-site cook trained in nutrition, USDA guidelines, and proper portions for young children. Our school provides nutritious and nourishing meals every day including breakfast, lunch, and snack. All meals are included in the cost of tuition.
If your child has a special nutritional need, a food allergy, or requires adaptation to our menu, please alert our school director, and we will partner with your family to create a suitable meal plan.
At New Horizon Academy St. Michael, we follow Minnesota state guidelines for licensed daycare staff-to-child ratios:
According to our 2024 Family Survey results, 97% of families in St. Michael recommend New Horizon Academy.
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