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.
Inspire Early Education is a leading provider of nursery, preschool, and pre-kindergarten programs across the United States. With over 70 schools nationwide, we are committed to nurturing curiosity, inspiring growth, and building strong educational foundations for children.
The Senior Regional Director of the Mid-West Region is a dynamic Operations leadership role that oversees ~30 schools across four states (MO, IL, OH, and NJ), including management of 3 District Managers across those four states. This individual will play a critical role in driving the operational excellence and scalability of our organization in the Mid-West region.
Why You'll Love Working with Us:
- We don’t just support children — we support YOU.
- Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, life)
- Paid time off + paid holidays (because balance matters)
- 401(k) to invest in your future
- Employee childcare discounts
- 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:
- Operational Strategy & Execution: Develop and implement scalable operational strategies that align with company goals and promote sustainable growth across the Mid-Western network of schools.
- Team Leadership & Development: Lead, mentor, and manage a team of both district managers and school directors to ensure the highest standards of operational performance, team engagement, and customer satisfaction. Foster a culture of accountability, empowerment, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Performance Management: Track key performance indicators (KPIs) in order to deliver budget in both financial (occupancy, revenue, labor, EBITDA, attrition) and non-financial metrics (NPS, eNPS).
- Quality Assurance & Compliance: Ensure that all schools maintain the highest standards of safety, compliance, and quality according to state and federal regulations, as well as company policies. By working closely with our Director of Compliance, conduct regular audits and implement corrective actions as necessary.
- Budgeting & Financial Oversight: Oversee operational budgets, cost management, and financial reporting, ensuring that resources are allocated effectively to meet business objectives while maintaining profitability. Collaborate with the finance team to ensure operational spending aligns with company financial goals.
- Customer Experience: Develop and implement strategies to enhance the overall customer experience for families, ensuring that every school delivers exceptional care and educational outcomes. Actively engage with families and staff to gather feedback and continuously improve services.
Qualifications, Education & Experience:
- Bachelor's Degree required
- 6-10 years of progressive leadership experience in multi-unit management.
- Previous experience in early education is mandatory.
- Proven track record of managing a P&L of over $20m and leading large teams (both directors and District Managers levels), with a focus on quality improvement and cost management.
- Strong operational, financial, and business acumen.
- Preference for previous experience in Private Equity-backed environments.
Skills & Competencies:
The Senior Mid-West Regional Director will thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment where decisive action and a hands-on approach are essential. This role will have to:
- Roll up its sleeves: Not afraid to dive into the details and tackle challenges head-on, whether it’s supporting school directors on-site, solving operational issues, or stepping in to fill gaps when needed.
- Get things done: Excellence in execution, prioritizing speed and impact over perfection. Need to understand the urgency of early childhood education and focus on delivering solutions that are achievable.
- Lead by example: By demonstrating initiative, resilience, and a collaborative mindset, setting the tone for the teams to follow.
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.
Apply today and start making a difference at Inspire Early Education!
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 [email protected].
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree
- 6-10 years of progressive leadership experience in multi-unit management
- Previous experience in early education
- Experience managing a P&L exceeding $20 million
- Experience leading large teams, including directors and district managers
- Track record focused on quality improvement and cost management
- Strong operational, financial, and business acumen
- Experience in private equity-backed environments
What We Do
At Kids & Company, we’re passionate about providing a dynamic and engaging early learning experience that’s centered around our emergent curriculum and learn-through-play philosophy. Our proprietary programs—Alpha-Mania (pre-literacy and early reading), Mini Masters (art), and Munchkinetics (movement)—are thoughtfully designed to inspire creativity, self-expression, coordination, and most importantly, fun. We take pride in incorporating sign language in our infant and toddler rooms, and our well-rounded curriculum includes music, French, science, exploration, and creative play, all aimed at fostering holistic child development. In our Kidco Kitchen, we serve fresh, nutritious meals daily, prepared by a dedicated chef and nutritionist. Our family-style dining approach empowers children to make their own food choices, helping them develop valuable self-help skills. At Kids & Company, we’re committed to nurturing every aspect of your child’s growth, providing an early learning experience that’s truly one of a kind.
