New Jersey District Manager

Kids & Company; Freehold Township (NJ); Presencial; USD 100 000 - 120 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401(k)

Daily Pay App

Career growth opportunities

Inclusive culture

Resumo da oferta

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.

Qualificações

• 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.

Responsabilidades

• 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.

Conhecimentos

Leadership experience

Multi-site leadership

Budget management

Communication

Travel ability

People leadership

Operational accountability

Formação académica

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

Associate’s degree or equivalent experience

Descrição da oferta de emprego

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New Jersey District Manager

Full Time NJ - Freehold, Freehold Township, NJ, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 4447

Salary Range: $100,000.00 To $120,000.00 Annually

Inspire Young Minds. Build Your Career. Make an Impact.

Are you passionate about working with children and helping them grow, learn, and thrive? At Inspire Early Education, we create a joyful, inclusive environment where both children and educators flourish.

As a District Manager at Inspire Early Education, you embody our core values of being Confident, Engaged, and Inspiring. Your role is pivotal in ensuring the delivery of our mission: to provide a safe, healthy, and high-quality educational environment where children and employees are empowered to grow, learn, and thrive.

You will oversee the operations and performance of 7 schools within your assigned region, driving educational excellence, operational efficiency, and employee engagement.

Why You'll Love Working with Us:

• We don’t just support children — we support YOU.
• Paid time off + paid holidays (because balance matters)
• 401(k) to invest in your future
• Daily Pay App — get paid when you need it
• Career growth opportunities (we promote from within!)
• A welcoming, inclusive, and team-first culture
• Recognition for the incredible work you do

What You’ll Do:

• 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.

Who You Are:

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Business, or a related field preferred; Associate’s degree or equivalent experience considered. ( Required )
• Minimum of 5–7 years of progressive leadership experience in Early Childhood Education, including multi‑site leadership overseeing multiple licensed childcare centers. ( Required )
• Demonstrated success leading through others by coaching, mentoring, and developing Center Directors and leadership teams to achieve operational excellence.
• 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 . ( Required )

Ready to Love Where You Work?

Join us at Inspire Early Education and become part of a diverse and inclusive community committed to providing the highest quality early childhood education. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and experiences to apply.

Inspire Early Education is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We provide accommodation for applicants with disabilities to ensure equal access to employment opportunities. If you require accommodation during the application process, please reach out to us at [e-mail] .