District Childcare Leader - Multi-Center Ops & Growth

The Learning Experience; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare benefits

Paid holidays

401(k)

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Job summary

The Learning Experience is seeking an experienced District Manager to drive operational performance across a portfolio of franchise childcare centers in the Dallas market and surrounding region.

This field-based leader partners with franchise owners and Center Directors to strengthen operations, increase enrollment, develop leadership teams, improve financial performance, and maintain high standards for quality and compliance.

Qualifications

• Early Childhood Education Experience in a licensed childcare environment is required.
• 5+ years of multi-unit, district, franchise, or field operations leadership experience is preferred.
• Experience coaching and developing multi-site leadership teams.
• Strong understanding of childcare operations, licensing, and compliance.
• Ability to analyze P&L statements, budgets, KPIs, and business performance.
• Strong business acumen, problem-solving, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Education, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support multiple childcare centers across the assigned territory.
• Conduct regular onsite visits and coach Center Directors and leadership teams.
• Drive enrollment, retention, staffing, family experience, and operational performance.
• Analyze P&L statements, labor, enrollment, revenue, and KPIs.
• Partner with franchise owners on business planning, growth opportunities, and operational improvements.
• Coach and develop Center Directors while supporting recruiting, training, and retention.
• Ensure compliance with childcare licensing, franchise agreements, safety requirements, and company standards.
• Support licensing visits, operational reviews, and corrective action plans.
• Partner with Marketing and other teams to strengthen enrollment and local market performance.
• Support new center openings and operational readiness throughout the region.

Skills

Leadership experience

P&L analysis

Communication skills

Relationship building

Problem solving

Business acumen

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Education, or related field

Job description

The Learning Experience is seeking an experienced District Manager to drive operational performance across a portfolio of franchise childcare centers in the Dallas market and surrounding region.

This field-based leader partners with franchise owners and Center Directors to strengthen operations, increase enrollment, develop leadership teams, improve financial performance, and maintain high standards for quality and compliance.