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Director of Marketing
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Full-Time

Job Description

Position Overview

The Director of Marketing is a senior leader who oversees day-to-day marketing operations, team performance, vendor relations, and campaign results. Responsibilities also include leading the execution of New Horizon Academy’s marketing and enrollment strategy across all locations. This role translates organizational strategy into actionable plans, campaigns, and systems that drive enrollment growth, brand consistency, and family engagement.

 

The Director is a strategic partner to leadership, guiding brand vision, optimizing marketing processes, and ensuring alignment with organizational goals while mentoring and developing a high-performing team. The role also includes representing the organization publicly and internally by effectively communicating in meetings and events.

 

Essential Job Functions

Marketing Execution & Brand Consistency

  • Develop and execute marketing strategies aligned with NHA’s mission, brand standards, and enrollment goals.
  • Ensure consistent brand identity, messaging, and quality across all locations and platforms.
  • Oversee campaign development, timelines, and deliverables.
  • Maintain accuracy and compliance of all public-facing marketing materials.
  • Foster creative problem-solving and innovation across campaigns and initiatives.

Enrollment Support & Lead Management

  • Partner with Operations, and School Leaders to support enrollment goals.
  • Oversee lead generation and conversion efforts across digital and local channels.
  • Monitor enrollment funnels and identify opportunities for optimization.
  • Support enrollment campaigns tied to seasonal, location-specific, or organizational priorities.
  • Apply data-driven decision-making and analytic thinking to guide marketing strategies.

Digital, Local & Community Marketing

  • Oversee website content, digital advertising, email marketing, social media, and listings.
  • Ensure accuracy and consistency across digital maps, directories, and third-party platforms.
  • Support location-level marketing needs and community outreach initiatives.
  • Coordinate marketing support for new center openings or enrollment recovery efforts.
  • Build strong community and external relationships to enhance brand reputation.
  • Serve as a public-facing  and internal representative of NHA, presenting at internal leadership meetings and events.

Team Leadership & Vendor Management

  • Lead, coach, and develop the Marketing team.
  • Set clear priorities, performance expectations, and accountability structures.
  • Manage external vendors, agencies, and freelancers within approved scope.
  • Support onboarding and training for marketing-related roles.
  • Demonstrate emotional intelligence, empathy, and adaptability in managing teams and stakeholders.

Systems, Reporting & Optimization

  • Oversee day-to-day use of CRM and marketing systems.
  • Track campaign performance, enrollment metrics, and lead data.
  • Provide regular reporting and insights to executive leadership.
  • Identify process improvements to increase efficiency, clarity, and scalability.
  • Exhibit strong-problem solving, organizational, and critical thinking skills.

 

Qualifications

Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or related field
  • A minimum of 5 years of progressive marketing experience
  • Proven experience leading teams and managing execution across multiple channels
  • Strong working knowledge of digital marketing, branding, and analytics, with the ability to assess data and make informed recommendations
  • Must be adaptable to various competing priorities with attention to detail
  • Ability to hold brand integrity at the highest standards
  • Excellent organizational, communication, presentation, and collaboration skills
  • High emotional intelligence and empathy to foster collaborative, supportive work environment.
  • Ability to lead through influence and inspire cross-functional teams.
  • Agile, adaptable, and solution-oriented in dynamic environments.
  • Results-driven with strong ownership, accountability, and follow-through.
  • Creative, innovative, and forward-thinking approach to marketing and enrollment strategies.
  • Comfortable with public speaking and representing the organization in both internal and external forums.

Preferred

  • Proven experience supporting enrollment growth for multi-location operations
  • Familiarity with CRM and marketing automation platforms

 

We are proud to offer a complete benefits package, and exciting perks which include... 

  • Annual Salary Range: $95,000 - $110,000
  • Company sponsored Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Access to supplementary benefits like Short Term Disability and Life Insurance
  • 401K with company match
  • Competitive PTO offerings
  • Generous childcare discount
  • Employee and family referral bonuses
  • Potential to earn quarterly bonuses
  • Monthly Cell Phone Reimbursement
  • Opportunities for career growth
  • Ongoing, paid professional development opportunities
  • and much more!

 

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E.O.E

Welcome to the New Horizon Academy Corporate Office!

New Horizon Academy, a Minnesota family-owned and operated childcare company, has been serving young children since 1971. Our founder, Sue Dunkley, began her career as an elementary school teacher. Sue knew she needed to provide a nurturing place for children to go before they ventured out into the big world, a place that would help them believe in themselves. Today, Chad Dunkley, Sue’s son and one of New Horizon Academy’s first students, is our Chief Executive Officer. Because of our continuing love, belief, and dedication to children, we have flourished and become one of the nation’s most successful and respected providers of childcare and early education. As New Horizon Academy continues to grow and serve more families each year, we will always have family roots, a warm atmosphere, an open door, and a commitment to excellence.

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Employee Testimonials
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“It’s a great opportunity for people who are creative and love to be lifelong learners.”

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“I’ve built so many relationships with families and children at New Horizon Academy.”

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“All decisions are made to benefit the children, employees, or parents.”

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“New Horizon Academy pays for your education!”

Tracey D., Assistant Director

We absolutely love New Horizon Academy! The teachers, directors, and staff are not only incredibly caring and attentive, but also genuinely invested in our daughter’s development. With the great communication technology they provide, we don’t feel like we’re missing out on what our daughter is learning and experiencing each day. We feel completely at ease knowing our daughter is in such a safe, nurturing environment. Our family wholeheartedly recommends this daycare to any parent looking for a reliable and supportive center!

— Ally M., Parent at New Horizon Academy, West Des Moines, Iowa

New Horizon Academy has been amazing for our family! Our son started when he was 2, and he absolutely loves going to school every day. The teachers are so supportive and genuinely care about the kids, which makes such a difference. It’s comforting to know he’s in a place where he feels happy and safe. We’re so grateful for everything they do!

— Pei H., Parent at New Horizon Academy, Plymouth, Minnesota

We’ve had such a great experience at New Horizon Academy. My children’s teachers have been absolutely amazing, and it’s so clear they truly care about the kids. My boys are learning so much and always come home talking about the fun activities they did during the day. I also really appreciate how consistent the communication is. The teachers do a great job keeping us updated throughout the day, which gives us so much peace of mind.

— Amanda J., Parent at New Horizon Academy, Olathe, Kansas

We are absolutely thrilled with our experience at New Horizon Academy! As parents, it’s essential for us to find a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for our son, and this exceptional daycare has exceeded our expectations in every way.

— Melissa K., Parent at New Horizon Academy, Broomfield, Colorado

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