Early Learning Center Regional Manager; TN,MS,&AR

The Regional Manager provides leadership and requires regular travel across our entire region which includes TN, MS and AR.

The Regional Manager ensures that their locations exceed state and local licensing, health and safety standards and any quality rating or designated accreditation standard while incorporating YMCA Memphis and The Mid-south mission, culture, goals, values, philosophies, policies, and development of an inclusive environment. The Regional Manager accepts responsibility for being the company’s representative to all of the families, children, staff and clients affiliated with their locations.

The Regional Manager supports the Center Director’s development of positive relationships with families, children, staff and the clients. The Regional Manager develops relationships with sponsors, stakeholders, key families and staff. Although the Regional Manager will be accountable for the responsibilities outlined below, their role will vary depending upon the number of locations and location capacity, geography, and model. The Regional Manager reviews important decisions with the Senior Vice President Early Learning and is responsive to their centers, clients and the needs of the YMCA Memphis and The Mid-South.

The Regional Manager participates in broader YMCA Memphis and The Mid-South roles and functions where necessary.

• Additional center/school requirements may apply
• BA in Early Childhood Education or a related field required (Master’s degree a plus)
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational and fiscal management skills
• Ten – Twelve years’ experience as a center Director/Principal or comparable management and supervisory experience
• A combination of infant, toddler or preschool teaching experience and actual administration of a childcare center
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong leadership and supervisory skills
• Well-versed in accreditation, quality rating, and licensing standards
• Responds well to unusual or crisis situations
• Strong knowledge in developmentally appropriate curriculum
• Computer literacy required
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks
• Demonstrated sensitivity and responsiveness to needs of families and staff
• Experience working in an inclusive work environment and managing across differences
• Experience with managing multiple locations
• Experience with corporate sponsors desirable