Regional Childcare Director

Greater Cleveland Area

All Around Children is seeking an experienced Regional Childcare Center Director to oversee multiple centers and lead a team of dedicated early learning professionals across the Greater Cleveland area. This pivotal role reports directly to the executive leadership team and is responsible for driving operational excellence, ensuring compliance, developing leaders, and advancing the organization’s mission of providing high-quality education and family engagement.

About the Opportunity

The Regional Director will provide strategic and operational oversight for a portfolio of early childhood centers, balancing leadership development, business performance, and community connection. The ideal candidate is both a coach and a problem-solver, someone who takes initiative, identifies opportunities for improvement, and inspires others to perform at their best. This role requires a blend of strong leadership, business insight, and a commitment to building systems that support consistent quality and growth.

Who We Are

Our family-owned company has been a leader in early childhood education since 2008 and our eight state-of-the-art learning centers are located throughout NE Ohio. As a member of our team, you will have access to generous benefits, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment that encourages collaboration and open communication. We are passionate about providing high-quality learning experiences for children and are looking for an individual who shares our dedication and enthusiasm.

• Lead, coach, and develop Center Directors and leadership teams to achieve operational and educational excellence.
• Identify and implement opportunities to improve processes, strengthen systems, and drive organizational efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with all state licensing, health, and safety regulations across assigned locations.
• Monitor enrollment, staffing ratios, and budget performance to meet financial and operational goals.
• Partner with executive leadership to execute company-wide initiatives, training programs, and culture priorities.
• Analyze performance data to create actionable plans for improvement and long-term sustainability.
• Ability to pilot good ideas, measure results, and scale what works to all centers, improving family experience, staffing, and classroom outcomes.
• Ability to plan and execute growth with staffing pipelines and smooth openings for new sites, followed by hands on stabilization.
• Lead launch readiness and post launch stabilization for new sites with clear success metrics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree in Education, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• 5–7 years of progressive leadership experience in early childhood education, education management, or multi-site operations.
• Proven success in coaching and developing leaders, managing budgets, and maintaining compliance in a regulated setting.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to interpret data, identify challenges, and implement effective solutions.
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Reliable transportation and willingness to travel regularly throughout the Greater Cleveland region.
• Demonstrated ability to scale teams and routines across multiple locations while maintaining high standards of safety and care.

• Competitive base salary commensurate with experience.
• Annual performance-based bonus tied to regional and leadership metrics.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Paid time off, including holidays and personal days.
• Mileage reimbursement and travel support for site visits.
• Professional development opportunities including leadership training and continuing education support.
• Supportive, mission-driven culture that values transparency, trust, and teamwork.

This position offers a meaningful opportunity to shape the success of multiple learning communities and make a lasting impact on children, families, and staff across the region.

Please note: The employment application process for All Around Children is separate and independent from the child enrollment process. Applying for a position does not guarantee or grant priority for child care enrollment.

For any questions regarding your application, please call 440-786-8888 x1003. Or reach out via email to marcus@allaroundchildren.com.