The Early Childhood Manager in Training (ECMT) program is designed to provide passionate employees with the tools to be successful in a managerial role. This DIT will support our Director and Assistant Director with the day-to-day operations at our centers and would help with management responsibilities such as family tours, candidate interviews, and most importantly, teach the children in the classroom. The DIT program helps you learn the “New Horizon” way and gives you the opportunity to apply/interview for future management opportunities as an internal candidate.
New Horizon Academy is a leader in Early Childhood Development profession. Our growth will generate leadership opportunities in various locations. Our ECMT training program is a great opportunity to launch your leadership career!
We are seeking professionals who have experience in childcare who would like to engage in a formal training program geared toward a management role at one of our centers. The ECMT program includes rotations at our centers and at our corporate office with a variety of mentors/trainers so that the ECMT's receive training on key areas such as curriculum execution, licensing, ProCare (enrollment/ tuition program), parent/customer relations and other key skills that Directors must possess. Upon completion of the program ECMT candidates are given priority consideration for management opportunities such as Curriculum Coordinator, Assistant Director and Director roles.
All employees are expected to provide a warm, nurturing, safe, and loving environment where self-concepts are enhanced, independence encouraged, and individuality respected. Candidates must be organized, detailed orientated, self-motivated, reliable and able to lead in a diverse environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
We offer a suite of benefits including...
This position description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with this position. While this description is intended to accurately reflect the position's activities and requirements, management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties as necessary or desired.
Salary: $44,500
E.O.E.
New Horizon Academy Boise – West Ustick is located conveniently in Boise, Idaho off West Ustick and North Cloverdale Road. We are nestled in the Ustick neighborhood of western Boise and have been serving local families with quality childcare and early education services since 1996. Our school has one infant room, two toddler rooms, one two-year-old room, one preschool room, and one pre-kindergarten room. We also have a beautiful and spacious playground with natural elements and large trees that provide shade in the summer. At our Boise 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 accredited by NAEYC, the gold standard in daycare accreditation. We’d love to show you our Boise daycare center! Please contact us with any questions or to schedule a tour.
Awards and Accolades
I have been married to my wonderful husband Nathan for 11 years and we have 3 great kids. I absolutely love the Minnesota Vikings and cows. My hobbies are doing things with my family outdoors and making memories. My favorite time of year is fall.
Education – University of Phoenix
Years of Early Childhood Education Experience: 11
What do you like about early childhood?
I love watching children learn and grow and knowing that I helped them do so.
What makes your school unique?
We have many well-educated and long-term teachers in each classroom, which helps families feel at ease when leaving their children with us. We are NAEYC accredited and have a great school family!
What is your favorite children’s book?
“Click, Clack, Moo: Cows That Type” by Doreen Cronin
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My name is Amanda and I have been with New Horizon Academy since April 2019. I am originally from Upstate New York. My husband and I moved to Idaho in 2015, and have two daughters.
Education – Ashworth College
Years of Early Childhood Education Experience: 5
What do you like about early childhood?
I enjoy seeing the children learn each and everyday.
What makes your school unique?
All of our lead teachers are long-term teachers and our school is NAEYC accredited.
What is your favorite children’s book?
“Pete the Cat” by Eric Litwin, James Dean, and Kimberly Dean
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“It’s a great opportunity for people who are creative and love to be lifelong learners.”
Jessi G., Senior Conscious Discipline Specialist
“I’ve built so many relationships with families and children at New Horizon Academy.”
Emilia S., Teacher
“All decisions are made to benefit the children, employees, or parents.”
Kami T., District Manager
“New Horizon Academy pays for your education!”
Tracey D., Assistant Director
Our family chooses New Horizon Academy Boise – West Ustick because they provide a safe, clean, educational, and fun environment for my child to thrive in. My daughter loves seeing her teachers and friends everyday!
My children have been going here for years. The school sends daily updates and photos, and my kids truly enjoy going. They have lots of great teachers and an awesome pre-k curriculum. We enjoy them immensely and recommend them all the time to friends and family. They are well priced and have staff who work great with parents. I love knowing that my kids are happy, healthy and in great hands at New Horizon Academy!
I am so happy we chose this center. My children are thriving at this school! I am extremely happy with the care and support the directors and staff show each child every day. They are truly amazing, and I know my children are happy and safe here!
This is hands down the best childcare experience we’ve ever had as a family! The management and staff are amazing! They have cared for my children like family for almost two years and are always willing to go the extra mile to meet the needs of any child in their center!
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