Missouri District Manager

Kids & Company•Lake Saint Louis, MO

About The Position

The District Manager oversees the operations and performance of 9 Inspire Early Education schools within an assigned region. The role is pivotal in delivering the company’s mission to provide a safe, healthy, and high-quality educational environment where children and employees can grow, learn, and thrive. The District Manager drives educational excellence, operational efficiency, and employee engagement while embodying the company values of being Confident, Engaged, and Inspiring. The position leads and develops School Directors, supports enrollment and family satisfaction, manages regional business and financial performance, ensures educational quality and regulatory compliance, collaborates with internal teams, and oversees school facilities. Regular travel within the assigned region is required.

Requirements

Minimum of 5–7 years of progressive leadership experience in Early Childhood Education, including multi-site leadership overseeing multiple licensed childcare centers.
Demonstrated success coaching, mentoring, and developing Center Directors and leadership teams to achieve operational excellence.
Strong business acumen and experience managing budgets, labor, enrollment, tuition revenue, financial performance, and key operational metrics across multiple locations.
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.
Ability to travel regularly within the assigned region.
Ability to meet all licensing, background check, health clearance, and certification requirements.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Business, or a related field preferred.
Experience leading change, acquisitions, new school openings, or organizational transitions is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Coach and support School Directors through training, performance reviews, and development.
Set goals, drive accountability, and support new school integrations.
Oversee operations across 9 schools, ensuring compliance with licensing, health, safety, and company standards.
Drive enrollment growth and support family engagement and exceptional customer experiences.
Lead regional financial performance, including revenue, occupancy, staffing efficiency, expenses, and profitability.
Ensure high-quality curriculum delivery, classroom experiences, and educator development across all schools.
Partner with Recruitment, HR, Enrollment, Compliance, and Facilities teams to support regional success.
Ensure maintenance requests are completed and facilities remain safe, functional, and well-maintained.