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Magical Beginnings Learning Centers · 3 weeks ago

Regional Director of Early Education Operations

Beverly, MA

Full-time

Hybrid

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

$100K/yr - $115K/yr

5+ years exp

Magical Beginnings is dedicated to creating exceptional learning environments and is seeking a Regional Director of Early Education Operations. This role involves overseeing multiple schools, driving operational excellence, and ensuring compliance with early childhood education standards.

EducationManagement Consulting

Responsibilities

Oversee and manage all operational functions of Magical Beginnings schools within the assigned territory, including direct supervision of School Directors

Oversee and manage all facilities-related functions within the assigned territory, including direct supervision of the Facilities Manager

Provide strong leadership and support to all Magical Beginnings stakeholders—staff, children, families, early childhood education professionals, community partners, vendors, and contractors

Clearly communicate company goals and expectations to direct reports and ensure follow-through, understanding, and compliance

Uphold and model Magical Beginnings’ mission, core values, and culture in all interactions and communications

Ensure that all child-to-teacher ratios comply with state early education licensing requirements

Collaborate with the Vice President of Human Resources and Chief Operating Officer to develop and implement an annual training plan for School Directors

Ensure full compliance with all state-mandated early education laws, safety protocols, and regulatory standards

Implement and monitor all childcare financial assistance (voucher) regulations and program guidelines

Enforce company policies and procedures as outlined in employee and family handbooks and standard operating procedures (SOPs)

Demonstrate expert knowledge of childcare licensing regulations, including preparing for licensure visits, communicating with state licensors, and adapting to regulatory changes

Maintain compliance with licensing and quality standards by scheduling school staff within budgeted payroll guidelines

Serve as Interim Director in the event of a leadership vacancy, ensuring continuity of school operations and compliance

Administer school audits to measure and provide feedback on top quality

Establish and maintain a regular visitation schedule for all schools within the assigned region

Perform outreach activities to ensure that staff and families alike have a positive experience at Magical Beginnings

Ensure that School Directors have access to your time and can express their desires and concerns

Perform annual performance reviews of all direct reports and advise leadership on recommendations for raises, promotions, performance plans, and terminations

In the event the Director cannot resolve an issue, serve as the primary customer service representative

Interview, hire, and train School Directors with the approval of the Chief Operating Officer

Ensure the smooth day-to-day operation of schools

Work with the school’s social school directors and teachers to ensure the school complies with company standards

Oversee and manage the Mentorship Program with assistance from the school Directors

Maintain and support the Directors and school facilities, including maintenance and inventory

Make sure school leadership replenishes classroom supplies and materials regularly

With the support of the Executive Leadership Team, conduct licensing, furnishing, opening, hiring, and training for new start-up schools

Maintain an anti-bias and anti-racism culture throughout the school

Support all regional and school-level marketing outreach, enrollment, and staffing efforts

Hold school-level enrollment meetings to manage and continuously improve enrollment to meet set goals

Hold school-level recruiting meetings to improve and manage classroom staffing to meet set goals continuously

Ensure the school’s financial health

Supervise regional and school budgets, supporting Directors in adhering to projections and budgets and in meeting organizational goals and objectives

Effectively manage and oversee school budgets with each School Director

Manage processes for meeting KPIs and financial plans

Hold Directors accountable for meeting school financial goals

Communicate with the Executive Leadership Team when financial goals or KPIs will not be met

Project a positive image and a neat, professional appearance – at a higher standard than other staff

Communicate concerns and noncompliances immediately to the Executive Leadership Team

Proactively pursue the professional development of every staff member, ensuring staff attend at least 20 hours per year of training and development, including 33% in the special needs area

Develop an internal pipeline of candidates who are trained and seeking advancement within the organization into roles of Assistant Directors and Directors

Develop positive relationships and foster team building across schools and employees

Attend training sessions, workshops, and seminars to expand the knowledge base and provide improved practices for the organization. Additionally, support the development of biannual Professional Development content and quarterly leadership Professional Development content

Follow the Executive Leadership Team’s direction and demonstrate flexibility in accepting tasks delegated

Qualification

Director II certificationMulti-unit operations managementChildcare licensing regulationsOperational excellenceFinancial managementTeam buildingAnalytical skillsLeadership skillsCommunication skillsProblem-solving skills