We are seeking a CHILDCARE ASSISTANT TEACHER to join our team at New Horizon Academy!
Hourly wage range: $14.40-$15.30 DOE
*must be available to work any shift between 6:30am and 6:00pm*
All applicants MUST:
~Previous childcare experience preferred, but not required.
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New Horizon Academy Des Moines is conveniently located in Des Moines, Iowa off Martin Luther King Jr Parkway and SW 9th Street in downtown Des Moines. We have been serving families in the Des Moines metro area with quality childcare and early education services since 2018. Our school offers early learning programs for infants, toddlers, and preschool and pre-kindergarten children. At our downtown Des Moines childcare, we use a comprehensive curriculum that includes character development, STEAM, literacy, motor skills, and more, all with an emphasis on building confident and excited learners. We are proud to be NAEYC accredited. We’d love to show you our Des Moines daycare center! Please contact us with any questions or to schedule a tour.
Awards and Accolades
I have been working in childcare for over 20 years – from nannying to teaching preschool to owning my own daycare! But my favorite childcare role has been being a mom to my 3 children.
Education – Truman College
Years of Early Childhood Education Experience: 22
What do you like about early childhood?
It is fascinating to me that 80% of a child’s brain is developed in the first 5 years. The way I see it, working in early childhood is the most impactful way to positively influence our future leaders as we teach them the basics of relationship building and problem-solving skills!
What makes your school unique?
Our wonderful staff! We have so many diverse, long-term, and well-educated teachers.
What is your favorite children’s book?
“Amelia Bedelia” by Peggy Parish
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My name is Katie Brewton! I graduated from Morningside University in 2017 with a B.A. in Secondary Math Education. I live with my husband, 3 rambunctious boys, and our dog, Autumn. In our free time we love watching movies and spending time together.
Education – Morningside University
Years of Early Childhood Education Experience: 5
What do you like about early childhood?
I love having an impact during such an important time in children’s lives.
What makes your school unique?
We have long-term teachers, and a great family feel amongst the staff.
What is your favorite children’s book?
“Oh, the Places You’ll Go!” by Dr. Seuss
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“I can be me. I feel happy as soon as I walk in the door and always feel like I belong at work.”
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“New Horizon Academy pays for your education!”
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“I love having flexibility with my work schedule, creating a great work/life balance.”
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“All decisions are made to benefit the children, employees, or parents.”
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“I feel appreciated, the pay is great for the field, and licensing guidelines are always followed.”
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“I’ve built so many relationships with families and children at New Horizon Academy.”
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New Horizon Academy in downtown Des Moines has such a great learning and development environment for kids. They are always doing fun, interesting, and engaging activities. The teachers and staff are fantastic – they’re very patient, caring, and communicative.
The New Horizon Academy downtown Des Moines location is an amazing place to take your little one. They have been very understanding and patient with me on any questions or concerns I have regarding my little one. The teachers are always doing fun learning activities with the kids as well. I highly recommend this daycare center!
I have had a WONDERFUL experience here. My 14 month old goes to daycare here full time. The teachers in my child’s class are SO kind, energetic, positive, and competent. They are truly impressive. I feel like my child is being taken care of by people who are genuinely passionate about their work. The facility is also super bright and pretty with above average playgrounds. I love that they do art and sensory activities regularly with my child and that staff posts photos regularly on the app showing what kids are up to. If you are a working parent, this place is a total gift.
Our 18-month-old grandson has been here for about a month. It is his first experience with daycare, and he loves going—he looks forward to seeing his teachers and friends each morning. The center is warm and inviting, clean, and appropriate for the ages of the children cared for. The staff are friendly, kind, and patient, and most have been at the center for an extended period of time. We love the curriculum and educational elements for all ages, as well as the efforts to engage with families and keep parents connected throughout the day.
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