District Leader

KinderCare Learning Companies; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 1,601,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted child care

Medical & dental

Employee assistance

Paid time off

Wellness programs

Cell phone discounts

Job summary

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking a District Leader to oversee 10-15 centers and more than $10M in revenue, guiding Directors and staff to deliver exceptional experiences in a dynamic market.

We value leadership, coaching, and a commitment to quality, with competitive pay and benefits. Join a nationwide team dedicated to early childhood education and family success.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–3 years of multi-unit leadership experience.
• Proven ability to recruit, develop, and retain high-performing center leaders.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to drive revenue and customer retention.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, develop, empower, and engage Center Directors and teaching staff.
• Drive quality, accreditation, and educational excellence across districts.
• Nurture customer relationships while making data-driven decisions.
• Lead a business portfolio and identify sales opportunities to grow revenue.

Skills

Multi-unit leadership

Team development

Sales and revenue growth

Financial acumen

Customer-focused leadership

Job description

Futures start here. Where first steps, new friendships, and confident learners are born. At KinderCare Learning Companies, the first and only early childhood education provider recognized with the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award, we offer a variety of early education and child care options for families. Whether it’s KinderCare Learning Centers, Champions, or Crème de la Crème, we build confidence for kids, families, and the future we share. And we want you to join us in shaping it—in neighborhoods, at work, and in schools nationwide.

Our teachers, center staff, and field leaders are the heart and soul of our business. When you join us, you'll be directly supporting children and their education every day and experiencing the trials and triumphs that come with that responsibility. But you'll never be alone. You'll do it all with a village of dedicated and passionate humans who care as much about helping kids reach their highest potential as you do. The best part? Seeing the positive impact you're making on the lives of young learners and their families—and knowing that your work matters.

We have an exciting opportunity for a District Leader to lead and manage a portfolio of centers in a dynamic market. If you are passionate about leading and coaching others to deliver amazing experiences, the District Leader role could be for you! As a KinderCare District Leader, you are responsible for leading a team of Center Directors, and providing them with the tools, coaching, and mentorship they need to succeed. This is a multi-unit field leadership role, responsible for 10-15 childcare centers and more than $10M in revenue. Our District Leaders drive quality and consistency in our centers and enhance family acquisition and retention.

As a District Leader, you will:

• Recruit, develop, empower, and engage a very hardworking team of Center Directors and teaching staff
• Drive consistent focus on quality, accreditation, and educational excellence throughout your district
• Nurture customer relationships throughout the market while driving and supporting sound business decisions with children and families in mind
• Lead a business portfolio, identify sales opportunities, and drive business decisions to increase revenue, customer retention, and acquisition

Requirements

• Minimum 2-3 years of experience as a successful multi-unit leader
• Ability to identify, develop, retain and engage a successful team
• Strong business insight; ability to drive financial results and identify sales opportunities
• Leadership experience in a customer and talent-focused environment
• A love for children and a strong desire to make a difference every day

Range of pay $95,000.00 - $160,500.00 Salary

In the state of Minnesota, we currently provide an additional $3.00 per hour premium on all classroom hours worked in addition to the range of pay listed. This premium is funded through the Minnesota Great Start Grant Compensation Support Program.

Our benefits meet you where you are.

We're here to help our employees navigate the integration of work and life:

• Know your whole family is supported with discounted child care benefits. - Breathe easy with medical, dental, and vision benefits for your family (and pets, too!).
• Feel supported in your mental health and personal growth with employee assistance programs.
• Feel great and thrive with access to health and wellness programs, paid time off and discounts for work necessities, such as cell phones.
• … and much more.

We operate research-backed, accredited, and customizable programs in more than 2,000 sites and centers across 40 states and the District of Columbia. As we expand, we’re matching the needs of more and more families, dynamic work environments, and diverse communities from coast to coast. Because we believe every family deserves access to high-quality child care, no matter who they are or where they live. Every day, you'll help bring this mission to life by building community and delivering exceptional experiences. And if you're anything like us, you'll come for the work, and stay for the people.

KinderCare Learning Companies is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.