Childcare Regional Director
26 days ago
Fair Lawn
Job DescriptionPosition Summary The Regional Director of The Sapling School provides strategic, operational, and leadership oversight for 3 childcare centers in Fair Lawn, NJ, Clark, NJ, and South Brunswick, NJ, ensuring high-quality educational programming, regulatory compliance, strong financial performance, and an exceptional experience for children, families, and staff. This role bridges ownership/leadership vision with day-to-day center operations and supports growth as the organization expands. Experience working within a corporate or multi-site childcare organization is required to ensure scalable systems, consistency, and best practices. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Management * Provide direct leadership and coaching to Center Directors and leadership teams * Set clear expectations, goals, and performance standards across all centers * Foster a positive, professional, and mission-driven culture * Support hiring, onboarding, training, and retention of leadership staff Operations & Compliance * Ensure all centers comply with state licensing, health, safety, and accreditation requirements * Conduct regular site visits, audits, and operational reviews * Develop and implement standardized policies, procedures, and best practices aligned with corporate childcare standards * Act as a resource for problem-solving, conflict resolution, and crisis management Educational Quality & Program Oversight * Maintain high standards for curriculum implementation and classroom quality * Ensure consistency of educational programming across all locations * Support professional development for teachers and administrators * Monitor child outcomes, classroom observations, and parent feedback Financial & Business Oversight * Oversee center budgets, enrollment targets, and financial performance * Analyze KPIs including enrollment, retention, staffing ratios, and expenses * Collaborate with ownership on pricing, growth strategy, and expansion planning * Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, scalability, and profitability Family & Community Relations * Support positive parent communication and satisfaction * Assist with escalated family concerns or complaints * Represent the organization professionally in the community and with regulators Growth & Expansion * Support the opening and integration of new centers * Assist with staffing, systems implementation, and operational ramp-up for new locations * Help scale leadership structures and operational systems as the organization grows Qualifications * Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Business, Management, or related field (Master’s preferred) * 5+ years of leadership experience within a corporate or multi-site childcare organization (required) * Proven experience overseeing multiple centers or locations * Strong knowledge of childcare licensing regulations and corporate compliance standards * Demonstrated ability to implement standardized systems and processes * Strong financial, operational, and analytical skills * Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities Schedule & Travel * Full-time position * Regular travel between centers required * Occasional evenings or weekends as needed Why This Role Matters This role ensures consistency, quality, and scalability across multiple childcare centers while supporting continued growth and expansion.
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