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New Horizon Academy

Assistant Director

New Horizon Academy, Leawood, Kansas, United States

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Assistant Director We are currently hiring an Assistant Director at our Leawood, KS location!

Potential candidates must be organized, detail-orientated, self-motivated, reliable, have strong communication skills, a collaborative spirit and a commitment to professional excellence to join our management team.

Position Qualifications

Teacher qualified according to Kansas Early Childhood licensing requirements.

Currently pursuing or holding an Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field (preferred, not required)

2 years' experience as a teacher in an Early Childhood setting.

Having a working knowledge of Kansas licensing requirements, National Accreditation guidelines, and early childhood development teaching and assessment strategies preferred.

Organization / Detail-orientated

Reliable and Dependable

Self-motivated

Able to lead in a fast-paced, highly professional environment

Be able to effectively and professionally communicate with staff, children, and families

Starting Annual Salary : $50,000 / year

Are you passionate about making a positive impact? Join us! Working with us means not only enjoying your role but also witnessing the joy of learning in every child. If you're dedicated to inspiring, encouraging, and fostering a child's love for learning on a daily basis, we invite you to become a valued member of our school family!

Joining New Horizon Academy means…

Enjoying our well-equipped and inviting school environment.

Thriving in a dynamic and friendly workplace.

Collaborating with a team that is caring and dedicated.

Receiving support and encouragement from our experienced home office staff.

You’ll be a go-to expert for your school, shaping the educational experience with your expertise!

What sets New Horizon Academy apart :

With a legacy spanning over fifty years, New Horizon Academy stands as a forefront leader in early care and education.

A commitment to a culture of continuous improvement, where decisions prioritize the well-being of children and our staff.

Passionate advocacy for increased national, state, and local early childhood resources.

Recognizing the critical importance of a child's first five years for social and emotional brain development, making our work essential!

Join us in making a lasting impact on the crucial early years of a child's life. We are looking for someone who…

Is willing to learn and grow as a leader

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.

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

Company-sponsored Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Access to supplementary benefits like Short Term Disability and Life Insurance

401K with company match

Competitive PTO offerings

Generous childcare discount

Employee and family referral bonuses

Monthly Cell Phone Reimbursement

Opportunities for career growth

Ongoing, paid professional development opportunities

Tuition Reimbursement for BA and MA degrees in ECE or related field

and much more!

APPLY TODAY! E.O.E.

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