Ohio District Manager

Sweet-Kiddles-Flexible-Childcare-Center-; Independence Township (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401(k)

Daily Pay App

Career growth opportunities

Diversity and inclusion

Recognition program

Job summary

Sweet Kiddles, part of Inspire Early Education, is seeking a District Manager to lead 11 schools in the Cleveland/Columbus Ohio Area, driving educational excellence, operational efficiency, and staff engagement.

You’ll oversee licensing compliance, travel within the region, recruit and develop Center Directors, manage budgets and enrollment, and uphold a people‑first culture that supports families and educators.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Business, or a related field. (Required)
• 5–7 years of progressive leadership experience in Early Childhood Education, including multi-site leadership. (Required)
• Experience coaching and developing Center Directors and leadership teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop teams across 11 schools, set goals, and drive accountability.
• Oversee operational excellence, licensing compliance, health and safety standards.
• Grow enrollment, enhance family satisfaction, and manage regional performance.
• Direct budgets, labor, tuition revenue, and profitability across locations.
• Ensure high-quality curriculum delivery and educator development.
• Collaborate with Recruitment, HR, Enrollment, Compliance, Curriculum, and Facilities.
• Oversee facilities and ensure safe, well-maintained environments.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Communication

Travel

Education

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

Job description

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Full Time OH - US - Head Office - OHIO Independence, OH, US

Salary Range: $90,000.00 To $110,000.00 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 Sweet Kiddles flexible childcare centers (under our parent company Inspire Early Education), we create a joyful, inclusive environment where both children and educators flourish.

As a District Manager at Sweet Kiddles, you embody our core values of being Flexible, Growth-Minded, and Disciplined. Your role is pivotal in ensuring the delivery of our mission: to change the world by making parents' and children's lives better

You will oversee the operations and performance of 11 schools within your assigned region (Cleveland/Columbus Ohio Area), 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 11 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, Curriculum, 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?

If you’re looking for more than just a job — if you want a career filled with purpose, connection, and joy — we’d love to meet you.

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].