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KinderCare Learning Companies

District Leader - Requires 50% Travel

Phoenix, AZ

Role requires 50% travel

Proximity to major airport strongly preferred

Futures start here. Where first steps, new friendships, and confident learners are born. At KinderCare Learning Companies, the first and only early childhood education provider recognized with the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award, we offer a variety of early education and child care options for families. We pave the way for their lifelong learning journey ahead. And we want you to join us in shaping a future we can all be proud to share—in neighborhoods, at work, and in schools nationwide.

Our teachers, center staff, and field leaders are the heart and soul of our business. When you join us, you'll be directly supporting children and their education every day and experiencing the trials and triumphs that come with that responsibility. But you'll never be alone. You'll do it all with a village of dedicated and passionate humans who care as much about helping kids reach their highest potential as you do. The best part? Seeing the positive impact you're making on the lives of young learners and their families—and knowing that your work matters.

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Suppose you're passionate about leading and coaching others to deliver on our brand's promise. In that case, a District Leader role with KinderCare for Employers could be for you! District Leaders are responsible for a business portfolio of Center Directors, providing them with the tools they need to succeed. This critical leadership position drives the quality and consistency our families experience in our centers across their district to enhance customer acquisition and retention. This is a multi-unit field leadership role, responsible for 7-10 centers and more than $10M in revenue.

As a District Leader for KCFE, you will:

  • Recruit, develop, empower, and engage a very hardworking team of Center Directors and teaching staff.
  • Drive consistent focus on quality, accreditation, and educational excellence throughout your district.
  • Cultivate customer relationships throughout the market while driving and supporting sound business decisions with children and families in mind.
  • Manage a business portfolio, identify sales opportunities, and drive business decisions to increase revenue, customer retention, and acquisition.
  • Engage in client meetings and deliver compelling sales presentations to executives and strategic partners.
  • Employ advanced critical thinking and decisive problem-solving abilities to address challenges effectively in real-time situations.

Qualifications:

  • Minimum 3-5 years of experience as a successful multi-unit leader
  • Ability to identify, develop, retain and engage a successful team
  • Strong business insight; ability to drive financial results and identify sales opportunities
  • Leadership experience in a customer and talent-focused environment

Our benefits meet you where you are. We're here to help our employees navigate the integration of work and life:

  • Know your whole family is supported with discounted child care benefits.
  • Breathe easy with medical, dental, and vision benefits for your family (and pets, too!).
  • Feel supported in your mental health and personal growth with employee assistance programs.
  • Feel great and thrive with access to health and wellness programs, unlimited paid time off and discounts for work necessities, such as cell phones.
  • ... and much more.

We operate research-backed, accredited, and customizable programs in more than 2,000 sites and centers across 40 states and the District of Columbia. As we expand, we're matching the needs of more and more families, dynamic work environments, and diverse communities from coast to coast. Because we believe every family deserves access to high-quality child care, no matter who they are or where they live. Every day, you'll help bring this mission to life by building community and delivering exceptional experiences. And if you're anything like us, you'll come for the work, and stay for the people.

KinderCare Learning Companies is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.

Primary Location : Phoenix, Arizona, United States

Organization : CCLC

Job : Field Leadership

Client-provided location(s): Phoenix, AZ, USA
Job ID: KinderCare-KNOWA0054240001BREXTERNALENUS
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • HSA
  • Parental Benefits

    • Fertility Benefits
    • Family Support Resources
    • On-site/Nearby Childcare
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Casual Dress
    • Snacks
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Lunch and Learns
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Woman founded/led
    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)