Regional Director

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide executive leadership for a portfolio of centers and drive organizational performance.
• Develop and execute regional strategies aligned with company goals.
• Establish operational standards, monitor outcomes, and ensure sustained excellence.
• Lead change management and large-scale improvement initiatives.
• Maintain accountability for regional financial performance, profitability, and growth.
• Analyze business trends and develop strategic action plans.
• Oversee labor management, revenue optimization, and budget performance.
• Ensure leaders make informed, data-driven business decisions.
• Develop regional growth strategies that support enrollment and market expansion.
• Evaluate market opportunities, competitive positioning, and capacity utilization.
• Drive accountability for enrollment performance and retention outcomes.
• Support long-term business development and community engagement initiatives.
• Build and sustain a high-performing leadership pipeline.
• Lead succession planning, leadership development, and organizational talent strategies.
• Coach Senior Directors and Directors to achieve operational excellence.
• Ensure performance management systems drive accountability and results.
• Maintain accountability for regional compliance, safety, and risk management performance.
• Champion employee engagement, retention, and recognition strategies.
• Ensure family experience standards are consistently achieved.
• Serve as an ambassador for Yellow Brick Road's mission, values, and brand.
• Establish strategic direction for educational quality and program excellence.
• Ensure consistent implementation of curriculum and instructional standards.
• Monitor quality metrics and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Promote innovation and best practices that enhance child outcomes.
• Oversee facility strategy, capital planning, and environmental standards across the region.
• Ensure centers maintain safe, compliant, and high-quality physical environments.
• Prioritize facility investments that support growth and operational excellence.
• Monitor long-term facility needs and infrastructure planning.
• Communicate effectively and build strong relationships.
• Show strong analytical and strategic planning skills.
• Manage finances and budgets effectively.
• Have excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.
• Have strong analytical, strategic planning, and financial management abilities.
• Be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite; CRM experience preferred.
• Show proven leadership skills with the ability to inspire, motivate, and empower teams.
• Show comprehensive knowledge of early childhood education regulations, compliance standards, and best practices.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.
• Strong analytical, strategic planning, and financial management abilities.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite; CRM Experience and experience with parent communication apps, preferred.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to inspire, motivate, and empower teams.
• Comprehensive knowledge of early childhood education regulations, compliance standards, and best practices.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education, Business Administration, or related field; or equivalent combination of relevant experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of leadership experience in early childhood education, school administration, or a related leadership role.
• Multi-unit leadership preferred.

Additional Requirements

• Must have reliable transportation and ability to travel within region XX% of time.
• Must possess a valid CPR/First Aid certification, or willing to obtain within 30 days of employment.
• Occasional travel for conferences, training sessions, and networking events.
• Act as School Director or Classroom Educator and Mentor Educator as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Ability to actively supervise children at all times, including maintaining visual and auditory awareness across classrooms, playgrounds, and common areas.
• Must be able to lift, carry, and hold children weighing up to 40 pounds as needed.
• Ability to bend, kneel, squat, and sit on the floor for extended periods throughout the day.
• Ability to stand, walk, and move quickly for extended periods during indoor and outdoor activities.
• Capable of assisting children with daily care routines, including diapering, toileting, feeding, and dressing.
• Able to safely respond to emergencies, including evacuating children and performing pediatric CPR and First Aid.
• Physical ability to maintain a clean and safe environment, including light cleaning, sanitizing, and organizing classroom materials.