District Manager supporting franchise childcare centers across a multi-state region. Focus on operational excellence, compliance, and brand standards in early education.
Responsibilities
Serve as a field leader and brand ambassador, ensuring centers consistently meet company standards and operational expectations
Act as a business consultant to franchise owners, providing guidance on operations, staffing, enrollment growth, and quality improvement
Execute district strategies to improve enrollment, retention, productivity, and brand performance
Analyze enrollment trends and profit and loss statements to identify opportunities for improvement
Communicate and train on new initiatives, systems, and operational updates to drive engagement and consistency
Ensure compliance with standard operating procedures, franchise agreements, and state childcare licensing regulations
Partner with Marketing to evaluate enrollment trends and implement district action plans
Support centers with licensing, hiring, staff training, and new location openings
Build strong, trust-based relationships with franchise owners, center teams, and corporate partners
Research and share performance data and best practices to support talent attraction and customer retention
Proactively identify challenges, resolve issues, and escalate concerns when appropriate
Continuously work to improve performance across the district and the broader organization
Requirements
Early Childhood Experience
Experience leading teams in a licensed or compliance-driven childcare environment preferred
Proven experience as a multi-unit operator, district leader, or franchise consultant
Strong understanding of state childcare licensing frameworks and regulatory compliance
Demonstrated ability to analyze profit and loss statements and operational metrics
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and reporting tools
Strong project management, business writing, and communication skills
Exceptional interpersonal, coaching, and problem-solving abilities
Ability to work a flexible full-time schedule, including occasional weekends or holidays
Willingness and ability to travel approximately 85 percent
Reliable transportation required; fixed and variable car allowance included in compensation
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