Director of Corporate Operations
Drug Hunter
Regional Director – Childcare Operations
Magical Beginnings Learning Centers
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Beverly • Massachusetts • 🇺🇸 United States
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💰 $100,000 - $115,000 per year
Job Level
Lead
About the role
- 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
Requirements
- Minimum five years of progressive leadership in early education organizations.
- Exceptional verbal and interpersonal communication, especially in building and managing relationships.
- Demonstrate flexibility, collaboration, and advocacy skills as an individual and team player.
- Solid business acumen, management, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Experience managing multi-unit operations.
- The ability and willingness to work a full-time schedule that could include weekends and nights as necessary.
Benefits
- Competitive pay based on education and experience.
- Paid time off, 13 paid holidays, and a paid week-long winter break.
- Medical, dental, vision, 401k, life, and disability benefits.
- Significant child care discount and parental leave.
- Paid certification courses through Penn Foster, paid professional development days, and career advancement opportunities.
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Hard skills
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Soft skills
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