Regional Center Director ECE

Job Description

Regional Director - Early Learning Centers

Location: Georgia, USA

Job Type: Full-Time

Salary: Starting at $120,000 per year (commensurate with experience)

Bonus: Up to $40,000 annually, based on quarterly enrollment and retention targets

Position Summary

Our client is seeking an experienced and passionate Regional Director to lead operations, curriculum implementation, compliance oversight, and professional development across multiple early childhood education centers serving children from 6 weeks to 4 years of age.

This role requires a proven leader who can drive operational excellence, ensure regulatory compliance, and support center directors in achieving performance benchmarks. The Regional Director will play a key role in strengthening educational quality, family engagement, and organizational growth.

Key Responsibilities

Operations & Compliance

Oversee day-to-day operations across multiple locations to ensure quality, safety, and regulatory compliance

Conduct regular audits and site visits, manage licensing requirements, and maintain alignment with state regulations

Serve as the liaison with licensing agencies and coordinate inspections, renewals, and documentation

Curriculum & Instruction

Support the implementation and fidelity of the Frog Street curriculum and other age-appropriate instructional tools

Collaborate with Directors to uphold instructional excellence and promote best practices in early learning

Monitor and support child development outcomes across all classrooms

Leadership & Staff Development

Recruit, onboard, and mentor Directors and leadership staff

Implement performance evaluations, coaching plans, and professional development opportunities

Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and growth

Enrollment & Family Engagement

Monitor enrollment trends and support outreach and marketing strategies

Assist with center tours and family engagement efforts to enhance retention and reputation

Handle escalated parent concerns and ensure high-quality customer service across all centers

Financial & Strategic Oversight

Support budgeting, payroll oversight, and financial performance across centers

Analyze enrollment, staffing, and operational data to identify improvement opportunities

Collaborate with leadership to achieve short- and long-term goals

Qualifications

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Business, or a related field

Minimum of 5 years of experience in multi-site childcare or early learning leadership

In-depth knowledge of Georgia childcare licensing regulations, Quality Rated, and CAPS programs

Strong background in budgeting, center operations, and staff management

Proficient in childcare management software (ProCare, Brightwheel, ChildPilot preferred)

Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership abilities

Ability to travel to up to 4 local centers

Flexible schedule, with 4 days onsite and 1 day offsite

Benefits

Bonus incentives based on performance

Childcare benefit

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

Voluntary life insurance

Paid time off and employer-paid holidays (including 12/24-1/1 winter closure, plus major holidays)

Ongoing professional development and leadership training

Up to 40K per year in annual Bonus (10K) per school that meets their targets.

If you're a driven leader with a strong background in early childhood education and multi-site management, we invite you to apply and make a lasting impact through this rewarding opportunity.

You will need to complete all necessary documentation, medical forms, fingerprinting, and background checks.

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Full-time