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Prior Lake, MN -
Float Teacher
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Full-Time

Job Description

We are seeking a passionate Float Teacher to join our team at New Horizon Academy Prior Lake!

Wage Range: $20.55/hr to $24.55/hr (DOQ)

All applicants MUST:

  • Have a minimum of 16 qualifying semester credits or a CDA, to be considered teacher-qualified under MN Rule 3.
  • Be able to work a flexible, full-time schedule, Monday-Friday.
  • Have positive work ethic, and a team-centered attitude.
  • Be willing to learn and grow as an educator.
  • Enjoy working with children!

~Previous childcare experience preferred, but not required. 

 

Love Making a Difference? You'll fit right in!

You'll love teaching with us, just as our children will love learning with you! If you want to inspire, encourage, and celebrate a child's love of learning every day, come join our team!

 

As a New Horizon Academy educator, you will...

  •  Delight in our beautifully equipped classrooms.
  •  Have support and encouragement from our knowledgeable support staff.
  •  Be a brain-builder who will help shape the leaders of tomorrow!

 

What makes New Horizon Academy different...

  • For over fifty years, New Horizon Academy has been the leader in early 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 children and our staff.
  • We are passionate advocates for additional childhood resources at the national, state, and local level.
  • There are opportunities for growth and development through scholarships and tuition reimbursement.
  • 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!

 

We are looking for someone who. . .

  •  Meets or exceeds state qualifications for the listed position.
  •  Has previous experience in Early Childhood Education or related field of work.
  •  Must meet position qualification requirements as outlined by the state department guidelines.
  •  Can satisfy the Applicant Background Study required by state regulations.
  •  Can provide proof of identity and eligibility to legally work in the United States.
  •  Has the physical abilities to perform the required job duties with or without accommodations.
  •  Has the ability to communicate effectively with children, families, and staff, as well as to understand state licensing regulations and company policies. 

 

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

  •  Company sponsored health insurance
  •  401K with company match
  •  Company scholarships that cover 100% for CDA and AA in ECE
  •  Tuition Reimbursement
  •  Paid time off
  •  Ongoing, FREE professional development
  •  Generously discounted childcare
  •  And much, much more

 

APPLY TODAY!

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Daycare in Prior Lake, MN
6:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m., M-F
6 Weeks to 10 Years
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Your Trusted Choice for Daycare and Preschool in Prior Lake

Welcome to the Prior Lake, Minnesota New Horizon Academy! Our school is conveniently located off 140th St NE and Pike Lake Trail NE near Knob Hill Park Playground. We have been serving Prior Lake children and families since 2005. With beautiful classrooms, highly trained teachers, rigorous health and safety procedures, and national accreditations, we know your family will feel right at home at New Horizon Academy! Our Prior Lake early childhood center has two infant childcare rooms, two toddler childcare rooms, four preschool rooms, and one school-age room. We use a research-based daycare curriculum that includes STEAM, reading, social-emotional learning, and more – all with the goal of preparing young children for kindergarten and beyond! You’re invited to tour our Prior Lake daycare, see our newly renovated classrooms, and meet our dedicated teachers. Schedule a tour at New Horizon Academy Prior Lake today!

Awards and Accolades

Meet Our Prior Lake School Director

BIO

I joined the New Horizon Academy family in the spring of 2021 with over 30 years of experience in the field of Early Childhood Education. It is a pleasure to be working in the same community that I have lived in for over 25 years and to be able to see our NHA families while out and about in our community. My favorite thing about New Horizon Academy is our core values; We do what is best for children, we are dependable, we live a mission of continuous improvement, and we model and foster healthy relationships. I am excited to be able to show off our beautiful Prior Lake school and welcome you into our NHA family.

Education – Certification in Early Childhood Education

Years of Early Childhood Education Experience: 33

What do you like about early childhood?

I love seeing the “A-ha” moments when children learn something new or experience things for the first time.

What makes your school unique?

Our school is accredited by NAEYC. We also have many long term teachers that have made early childhood education their career.

What is your favorite children’s book?

“Purple, Green, and Yellow” by Robert Munsch

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Frequently Asked Questions

At New Horizon Academy Prior Lake, childcare tuition rates vary by:

  • Number of children you’re enrolling
  • Age of children
  • Number of days per week care is needed

 

Please fill out our contact form or schedule a tour, and our school director will provide your family with personalized tuition rates.

 

Request Prior Lake Tuition Rates

Our Prior Lake early childhood center is open Monday-Friday every day with the exception of nine holidays:

  • New Year’s Day
  • Martin Luther King Jr. Day
  • Presidents’ Day
  • Memorial Day
  • Independence Day
  • Labor Day
  • Indigenous Peoples’ Day
  • Thanksgiving Day
  • Christmas Day

 

*On Christmas Eve, New Horizon Academy closes at 3:00 p.m.

 

*If one of these holidays falls on a weekend, it will be observed on either Friday or Monday.

 

*Our school will remain open during inclement weather to ensure children still have access to quality childcare.

Our Prior Lake school offers both full-time and part-time schedules to accommodate the different needs of our families.

 

Please contact our school director for current childcare openings and availability.

 

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Yes! At New Horizon Academy Prior Lake, we have an on-site cook trained in nutrition, USDA guidelines, and proper portions for young children. Our school provides nutritious and nourishing meals every day including breakfast, lunch, and snack. All meals are included in the cost of tuition.

 

If your child has a special nutritional need, a food allergy, or requires adaptation to our menu, please alert our school director, and we will partner with your family to create a suitable meal plan.

 

View a Sample Meal Plan

At New Horizon Academy Prior Lake, we follow Minnesota state guidelines for licensed daycare staff-to-child ratios:

  • Infant classroom – 1:4
  • Toddler classroom – 1:7
  • Preschool classroom – 1:10
  • Pre-k classroom – 1:10
  • School-age classroom – 1:15

According to our 2024 Family Survey results, 100% of families in Prior Lake recommend New Horizon Academy.

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BEST childcare center ever! As a parent, I can definitely say that I’ve seen a significant improvement in my daughter’s development since starting at New Horizon Academy. She comes home every day and tells me how much she’s learned in her class and how much she loves her teachers. have peace of mind knowing my daughter is safe, loved, and welcomed at daycare.

— Haley B., New Horizon Academy Family

BEST childcare center ever! As a parent, I can definitely say that I’ve seen a significant improvement in my daughter’s development since starting at New Horizon Academy. She comes home every day and tells me how much she’s learned in her class and how much she loves her teachers. have peace of mind knowing my daughter is safe, loved, and welcomed at daycare.

 

— Haley B., New Horizon Academy Family

BEST childcare center ever! As a parent, I can definitely say that I’ve seen a significant improvement in my daughter’s development since starting at New Horizon Academy. She comes home every day and tells me how much she’s learned in her class and how much she loves her teachers. have peace of mind knowing my daughter is safe, loved, and welcomed at daycare.

 

— Haley B., New Horizon Academy Family

BEST childcare center ever! As a parent, I can definitely say that I’ve seen a significant improvement in my daughter’s development since starting at New Horizon Academy. She comes home every day and tells me how much she’s learned in her class and how much she loves her teachers. have peace of mind knowing my daughter is safe, loved, and welcomed at daycare.

 

— Haley B., New Horizon Academy Family

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