School Director

NHA Careers•Huntersville, NC

20h•Onsite

About The Position

Looking to join a team of enthusiastic professionals? Are you passionate about early childhood education and ready to lead something new from the ground up? New Horizon Academy is excited to open a brand-new school in Huntersville, NC in Fall 2026, and we are seeking a dynamic, dedicated School Director to lead the way! This is a unique opportunity to build a high-quality program, shape a strong team, and make a lasting impact in a growing community. What You’ll Do As the School Director, you will: Build a strong foundation by fostering meaningful relationships with families and the local community Recruit, develop, and inspire a high-performing, diverse team of educators Lead with purpose and heart, ensuring every child and staff member feels seen, supported, and able to thrive Drive enrollment growth and cultivate a positive, inclusive school culture Ensure compliance with state licensing and accreditation standards while maintaining excellence in programming Achieve and maintain accreditation through NAEYC and/or NECPA Own the school’s financial performance by managing budgets, optimizing expenses, and driving revenue growth Balance financial responsibility with a deep commitment to investing in people, programs, and the overall well-being of the school community What We’re Looking For Qualified candidates will: Hold a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field Have at least 2 years of management experience in a licensed early childhood setting Possess the North Carolina Early Childhood Administration Credential (or equivalent) Meet Program Administrator qualifications for NAEYC accreditation Have a strong understanding of NC state licensing regulations and QRIS Pathways Demonstrate leadership, organization, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment Preferred qualifications: Strong understanding of childcare assistance programs and North Carolina Pre-K programs at the state and county level Experience navigating the NAEYC accreditation processes. The ideal candidate brings a thoughtful approach to creating and sustaining high-quality learning environments, with a deep appreciation for how compliance and educational excellence work together to support meaningful outcomes for children and families. Additional Requirements Candidates must: Meet or exceed state licensing qualifications Pass required background studies Be eligible to work in the United States Be able to perform job duties with or without reasonable accommodations Why Join New Horizon Academy? At New Horizon Academy, you’ll: Work in beautifully equipped classrooms with a supportive and collaborative team Receive ongoing training and professional development at no cost Be part of a company with over 50 years of leadership in early childhood education Help shape the critical first five years of children’s lives—when learning matters most What We Offer We are proud to offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, including: Monthly bonus potential Health, dental, and vision, life and disability insurance Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Health Savings Accounts (HSA) 401(k) with company match Paid time off and Holiday Pay Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Tuition reimbursement and professional development Discounted childcare Career growth opportunities APPLY TODAY! E.O.E Job Type: Full-time Work Location: In person

Requirements

Hold a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field
Have at least 2 years of management experience in a licensed early childhood setting
Possess the North Carolina Early Childhood Administration Credential (or equivalent)
Meet Program Administrator qualifications for NAEYC accreditation
Have a strong understanding of NC state licensing regulations and QRIS Pathways
Demonstrate leadership, organization, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Meet or exceed state licensing qualifications
Pass required background studies
Be eligible to work in the United States
Be able to perform job duties with or without reasonable accommodations

Nice To Haves

Strong understanding of childcare assistance programs and North Carolina Pre-K programs at the state and county level
Experience navigating the NAEYC accreditation processes
The ideal candidate brings a thoughtful approach to creating and sustaining high-quality learning environments, with a deep appreciation for how compliance and educational excellence work together to support meaningful outcomes for children and families.

Responsibilities

Build a strong foundation by fostering meaningful relationships with families and the local community
Recruit, develop, and inspire a high-performing, diverse team of educators
Lead with purpose and heart, ensuring every child and staff member feels seen, supported, and able to thrive
Drive enrollment growth and cultivate a positive, inclusive school culture
Ensure compliance with state licensing and accreditation standards while maintaining excellence in programming
Achieve and maintain accreditation through NAEYC and/or NECPA
Own the school’s financial performance by managing budgets, optimizing expenses, and driving revenue growth
Balance financial responsibility with a deep commitment to investing in people, programs, and the overall well-being of the school community