We are seeking a TEACHER to join our team at New Horizon Academy Rochester!
All applicants MUST:
• Be reliable and have positive work ethic.
• Have a minimum of 16 qualifying semester credits to qualify as a Teacher under MN Rule 3.
• Be able to work full-time (about 40 hours/week).
• Have a passion for working with children!
*Previous childcare experience is preferred but not required.
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New Horizon Academy Rochester - Cascade Creek is located conveniently in downtown Rochester, Minnesota, near the Mayo Clinic. We have been serving Rochester families and Mayo Clinic employees with quality childcare and early education services since 2011. Our school features six infant rooms, four toddler rooms, three early preschool rooms, and six preschool rooms. At our Rochester 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 NAEYC accredited and hold a four-star rating through MN Parent Aware. We’d love to show you our Rochester daycare center! Please contact us with any questions or to schedule a tour.
Awards and Accolades
I grew up here in Rochester, MN! I went to school at MSU – Mankato and graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Child Development and Family Studies. I love creating and maintaining relationships with the children and families that I work with every day.
Education – BS in Child Development and Family Studies
Years of Early Childhood Education Experience: 6
What do you like about early childhood?
Watching the children grow and achieve milestones. I love seeing children light up when they learn something new or accomplish a new skill.
What makes your school unique?
We are NAEYC accredited and 4-star Parent Aware rated. We have staff that have been with us for 5+ years and other teachers that have an education in early childhood development. We are one center with two buildings – one building is for infants and toddlers, while the other building is for early preschool and preschoolers.
What is your favorite children’s book?
“Love You Forever” by Robert Munsch
For as long as I can remember, I have always wanted to be a teacher. I started my career with New Horizon Academy as a preschool teacher for nine years, and I now hold the position of Assistant Director here at Rochester Cascade Creek. I am excited to continue growing in my career and to keep watching children learn and develop each day!
Education – Grand Canyon University
Years of Early Childhood Education Experience: 10
What do you like about early childhood?
I love watching children grow each and every day, especially as they grasp new concepts they may not have understood before. It’s a joy to see them develop throughout their years at New Horizon Academy.
What makes your school unique?
One of the most unique aspects of our school is that we have two buildings – one for preschool and one for infants and toddlers. Both are NAEYC-accredited and hold a 4-star Parent Award rating. Many of our teachers have been with New Horizon Academy for over five years and share a deep passion for educating children in early childhood!
What is your favorite children’s book?
“The Rainbow Fish” by Marcus Pfister
At New Horizon Academy Rochester (Cascade Creek), childcare tuition rates vary by:
Please fill out our contact form or schedule a tour, and our school director will provide your family with personalized tuition rates.
Request Rochester Tuition Rates
Our Rochester early childhood center is open Monday-Friday every day with the exception of nine holidays:
*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 Rochester 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.
Yes! At New Horizon Academy Rochester (Cascade Creek), 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.
At New Horizon Academy Rochester (Cascade Creek), we follow Minnesota state guidelines for licensed daycare staff-to-child ratios:
Yes, we are dedicated to collaborating with the local elementary schools to ensure our pre-k students are fully prepared for kindergarten.
We also coordinate with the Rochester school district to provide essential services for our students before they enter the district, ensuring they are fully prepared for success. These services include behavioral therapy, speech therapy, play therapy, social-emotional therapy, and any necessary screenings.
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