Curriculum Coordinator

New Horizon Academy • Mankato, MN

11d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Curriculum Coordinator at our Mankato location, you will assist in creating and reviewing lesson plans, replacing staff members in the classroom as needed, assisting in training new teachers, and serving as a mentor to new or existing teachers. 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, and has documentation of U.S. citizenship or eligibility to work in the U.S. With a legacy spanning over fifty years, New Horizon Academy stands as a forefront leader in early care and education, committed to a culture of continuous improvement where decisions prioritize the well-being of children and our staff. We are passionate advocates 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.

Requirements

• Associate degree, or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field.
• 2 years' experience in a licensed Early Childhood setting.
• Have working knowledge of state specific licensing requirements, National Accreditation guidelines, and early childhood development teaching and assessment strategies.
• Applicant Background Study required by state regulations.
• Documentation of U.S. citizenship or eligibility to work in the U.S.

Nice To Haves

• Organized, detail-orientated, self-motivated, reliable, and able to lead in a fast-paced, highly professional environment.
• Willing to learn and grow as a leader.
• Has a passion for working with young children.

Responsibilities

• Assist in creating and reviewing lesson plans.
• Replacing a staff member in the classroom as needed.
• Assisting in training new teachers in the classroom.
• Serving as a mentor to new or existing teachers.

Benefits

• 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
• Potential to earn quarterly 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree