School Director

New Horizon Academy•Overland Park, KS

2h•Onsite

About The Position

We're looking for an experienced and driven School Director to join us in our Kansas market! Potential candidates must be organized, detail-oriented, self-motivated, reliable, and able to lead in a fast-paced, highly professional environment. As a New Horizon Academy educator, you will delight in our beautifully equipped classrooms, work alongside a caring and dedicated team, have support and encouragement from our knowledgeable support staff, and be a brain-builder who will help shape the leaders of tomorrow. For over fifty years, New Horizon Academy has been the leader in early childhood care and education. Our company fosters a culture of continuous improvement, which means that every decision we make is based on what's best for the children in our care and for our staff. We are passionate advocates for additional national, state, and local early childhood resources. Research shows that a child's first five years are the most important for social and emotional brain development, which is why the work we do is so essential!

Requirements

Have a minimum of a bachelor's degree in early childhood education or related field
Meet the Program Administrator qualifications for NAEYC accreditation
Have knowledge of KS licensing requirements, childcare assistance, NAEYC, SEEDS, ezWRITE, STEAM, and curriculum
Have management experience in a licensed childcare setting
Must possess center director qualifications for schools with 100+ children
Meets or exceeds state qualifications for the listed position
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.
Has the physical abilities to perform the required job duties with or without accommodations