Regional Director – Early Childhood Education

Territory

• You'll oversee 13 schools located throughout:
• Mecklenburg County, NC (7 schools)
• New Hanover County, NC (1)
• Guilford County, NC (1)
• Raleigh, NC (1)
• Asheville, NC (1)
• York County, SC (2)

What You'll Do

• Lead and support a portfolio of 13 early childhood education schools.
• Coach, mentor, and develop School Directors to achieve operational and financial goals.
• Drive enrollment growth, revenue, profitability, and overall business performance.
• Ensure compliance with licensing regulations, company policies, and quality standards.
• Monitor key financial metrics and identify opportunities to improve performance.
• Partner with Directors to develop strategic operating plans and achieve growth objectives.
• Foster a culture focused on child safety, educational excellence, and exceptional customer service.
• Build strong relationships with families, community partners, and internal leadership.
• Communicate organizational initiatives and implement company-wide programs across the region.
• Travel regularly throughout the assigned territory to provide hands-on leadership and support.

What We're Looking For

• Required Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Education, Early Childhood Education, or a related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• 7+ years of progressive leadership experience.
• Experience managing multiple locations, preferably 5 or more sites.
• Proven ability to lead leaders and build high-performing teams.
• Strong financial and business acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, and performance management.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to prioritize in a fast-paced, changing environment.
• Willingness and ability to travel throughout the assigned region.
• Availability to work occasional evenings and weekends as business needs require.
• Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience in early childhood education, education, childcare, franchised operations, healthcare, hospitality, retail, or another multi-site service environment.
• Experience with North Carolina Pre-K or MEC Pre-K programs is a plus, but not required.
• Montessori or accreditation experience is helpful but not required.

Why Join?

• Competitive salary of $80,000–$105,000
• Annual bonus opportunity based on company performance and key business metrics
• Hybrid work schedule with flexibility
• 100% child care discount for Regional Leaders
• Paid Time Off that begins accruing immediately
• 9 paid holidays, including MLK Day and Juneteenth
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
• The chance to make a meaningful impact on children, families, and educators across an entire region

Who You Are

• A collaborative leader who enjoys developing others and driving results.
• Balance strategy with hands-on execution, use data to make decisions, and know how to motivate teams across multiple locations.
• Passionate about creating environments where children receive exceptional care and education.