District Manager, Early Education Leader

Kids & Company; Freehold Township (NJ); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401(k)

Daily Pay App

Career growth opportunities

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Inspire Early Education in Freehold, NJ, seeks a New Jersey District Manager to lead seven schools within the region, ensuring educational excellence and operational efficiency.

You will coach School Directors, drive enrollment, manage budgets, and uphold licensing and safety standards while building a positive, people-first culture. Travel within the region is required. This is a full-time role with competitive benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Business, or related field preferred; Associate’s degree or equivalent experience considered.
• Minimum of 5–7 years of progressive leadership experience in Early Childhood Education, including multi-site leadership overseeing multiple licensed childcare centers.
• Demonstrated success leading through others by coaching, mentoring, and developing Center Directors and leadership teams.
• Strong business acumen with experience managing budgets, labor, enrollment, tuition revenue, financial performance, and key operational metrics across multiple locations.
• Proven ability to hold teams accountable while building trust, fostering engagement, and creating a positive, people-first culture.
• Strong knowledge of childcare licensing regulations, health and safety standards, quality initiatives, and regulatory compliance.
• Exceptional communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills with the ability to influence and collaborate across departments.
• Ability to analyze business trends, identify opportunities, develop action plans, and drive measurable results.
• Experience leading change, acquisitions, new school openings, or organizational transitions is highly desirable.
• Ability to travel regularly within the assigned region.
• Able to meet all licensing, background check, health clearance, and certification requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead & Develop Teams
• Coach and support School Directors through training, performance reviews, and development. Set goals, drive accountability, and support new school integrations.
• Drive Operational Excellence
• Oversee operations across 9 schools, ensuring compliance with licensing, health, safety, and company standards.
• Grow Enrollment & Family Satisfaction
• Drive enrollment growth, support family engagement, and ensure exceptional customer experiences.
• Manage Business Performance
• Lead regional financial performance, including revenue, occupancy, staffing efficiency, expenses, and profitability.
• Ensure Educational Quality
• Ensure high-quality curriculum delivery, classroom experiences, and educator development across all schools.
• Recruit, Retain & Collaborate
• Partner with Recruitment, HR, Enrollment, Compliance, and Facilities teams to support regional success.
• Oversee Facilities
• Ensure maintenance requests are completed, and facilities remain safe, functional, and well-maintained.

Skills

Leadership experience

Multi-site leadership

Budget management

Communication

Travel ability

People leadership

Operational accountability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Business, or related field

Associate’s degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Inspire Early Education in Freehold, NJ, seeks a New Jersey District Manager to lead seven schools within the region, ensuring educational excellence and operational efficiency.

You will coach School Directors, drive enrollment, manage budgets, and uphold licensing and safety standards while building a positive, people-first culture. Travel within the region is required. This is a full-time role with competitive benefits and growth opportunities.