District Manager

World Headquarters•Stamford, CT

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Learning Experience is hiring a field-based District Manager based in the Stamford, Connecticut area to oversee operations and business performance across multiple corporate-owned and franchise childcare centers. The role focuses on improving enrollment, developing Center Directors, strengthening franchise partnerships, and maintaining high standards of early childhood education, safety, and operational excellence. The position requires approximately 85% travel throughout the assigned local and multi-state territory and a flexible schedule. The candidate must reside in Stamford or the surrounding Fairfield County area and have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation. The Learning Experience provides early education through a curriculum focused on the six ages and stages of early childhood development, using hands-on learning activities that encourage children to explore and solve problems at their own rate of development.

Requirements

At least 4 years of multi-unit operations leadership experience.
A bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant education and experience.
Strong business acumen, financial analysis, and operational management skills.
Experience coaching leaders, improving performance, and driving business growth.
Strong communication, project management, reporting, and problem-solving skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and business reporting systems.
Ability to travel approximately 85% throughout the assigned territory.
Must reside in Stamford, Connecticut, or the surrounding Fairfield County area.
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required.

Nice To Haves

Multi-unit leadership experience in childcare, preschool, or early childhood education.
Experience in franchise operations, multi-unit retail, restaurants, or service-based businesses.
Knowledge of childcare licensing and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

Drive operational strategies to improve enrollment, retention, productivity, profitability, and family satisfaction.
Analyze center and territory performance, identify trends, and implement improvement plans.
Coach Center Directors, develop leadership teams, and strengthen employee retention.
Partner with franchise owners to provide business guidance and operational support.
Coordinate new center openings, including licensing, hiring, training, and operational readiness.
Collaborate with Marketing to improve enrollment, tours, and registrations.
Ensure compliance with Connecticut childcare licensing, employment regulations, franchise agreements, and company standards.
Identify operational challenges, implement solutions, and improve processes.
Support corporate initiatives and build strong relationships with franchisees and center teams.