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Job Description

**Hiring Bonus Eligible**

Wage range: $21.50 - $25.90

We are seeking a CHILDCARE TEACHER to join our team at New Horizon Academy - St. Paul York Ave in the following classrooms:

  • Float 

All applicants MUST:
• Be reliable and have positive work ethic.
• Have a minimum of 16 qualifying semester credits to qualify as an Assistant 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.

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!

 

We are looking for energetic, nurturing, and dedicated teachers to join our growing company!

 

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 for 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 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!

 

We are looking for someone who. . .

  • Meets or exceeds state qualifications for the listed position.
  • Has a passion for working with young children.
  • Has interest in beginning or continuing their education in early childhood education or a related field.
  • 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.

 

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

  • Company sponsored health insurance
  • 401K with company match
  • Paid time off
  • Ongoing, FREE professional development
  • Generously discounted childcare
  • Opportunities for career growth
  • and much, much more

APPLY TODAY!

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Daycare in St. Paul, MN – York Avenue
6:30 a.m.-6:00 p.m., M-F
6 Weeks to 10 Years
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Your Trusted Choice for Daycare and Preschool in St. Paul

Welcome to the St. Paul – York Avenue New Horizon Academy! Our school is located in the Payne–Phalen neighborhood between I-35E and US-61 and has been serving St. Paul children and families since 2018. We are one of six New Horizon Academy daycares in St. Paul, Minnesota. 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 St. Paul early childhood center has two infant childcare rooms, one infant-toddler transition room, two toddler childcare rooms, five preschool and pre-kindergarten 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 St. Paul daycare, see our classrooms, and meet our dedicated teachers. Schedule a tour at New Horizon Academy St. Paul York Avenue today!

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Meet Our St. Paul School Directors

BIO

I was born in Chicago, Illinois, but I grew up in Saint Paul, Minnesota with my mother and 2 older sisters. I am now a mother of beautiful 3 children. I love spending time with my family and traveling any chance I get. I love learning and trying new things.

Education – Associates in Early Childhood; Currently Pursuing Bachelors

Years of Early Childhood Education Experience: 15

What do you like about early childhood?

I like that I get to be a part of children’s early stages of learning. I love seeing kids grow and accomplish so many new things.

What makes your school unique?

Our staff are always willing to help when needed, and they enjoying getting to know all the children in the building, not just the children in their own classrooms.

What is your favorite children’s book?

“The Very Hungry Caterpillar” by Eric Carle

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15
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BIO

I have have 4 children of my own. When I am not working, I enjoy hiking, camping, fishing, going to rodeos, and spending time with my family.

Education – AA in Early Childhood

Years of Early Childhood Education Experience: 20

What do you like about early childhood?

I love watching the growth of a child and seeing the aha moments when something finally clicks!

What makes your school unique?

We have a lot of long-term staff including our management team.

What is your favorite children’s book?

“The Story of Ferdinand” by Munro Leaf

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18
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18
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Frequently Asked Questions

At New Horizon Academy St. Paul (York Ave), tuition rates vary by:

  • Number of Children
  • 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 St. Paul Tuition Rates

Our St. Paul 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 St. Paul 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 St. Paul (York Ave), 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.

 

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 St. Paul (York Ave), 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 St. Paul 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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