District Manager, Education ​/ Teaching

Join a strong community where all we do is care-for the children and families we serve every day, as well as for our dedicated team members. Our people are our best asset. We listen and we know what you're looking for:

• You want benefits. We support you with a minimum 50% childcare discount, immediate access to benefits, innovative health programs, 401(k) company match, and much more.
• You want balance. We offer flexible schedules that work for you, no nights or weekends, the ability to bring your children to work with you, and paid time off.
• You want opportunity. We invest in your future with ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, credential assistance, and our unique Master Teacher Program.
• You want recognition. We provide a positive, fun workplace where employees are appreciated.

The District Manager is responsible for leading the growth of Learning Care Group’s multi-unit business operations/Schools within a district that has locations in Nebraska, North Dakota, and South Dakota, while achieving Learning Care Group’s safety vision of “No One Gets Hurt.” The District Manager supervises each School’s Director to achieve excellent business results in several areas of responsibility, including but not limited to, the safety of children;

financial performance; licensing and Company compliance; leadership and development training; educational offerings; and the implementation of assessment-based and developmentally appropriate curriculum.

• Achieve budgeted financial goals and other business metrics.
• Monitor each School’s budgeted financial and other business metrics, and communicate with business partners and direct reports, both verbally and in writing, on financial best practices as they relate to Learning Care Group’s mission and financial strategy.
• Strategically implement Company-directed marketing programs. Develop strategies to maximize school enrollment and sales revenue by developing effective local marketing strategies and effective community relationships/partnerships.
• Direct the implementation of Company-provided education and curriculum programs through coaching and assessment of Directors and Assistant Directors. This task will require the District Manager to travel onsite to his or her assigned Schools a minimum of 75% of his or her working time.
• While onsite at the assigned Schools (on a weekly basis), the District Manager will monitor and evaluate each School for adherence to licensing standards and Company expectations regarding School cleanliness, layout, and employee file retention. These duties will require the District Manager to teach and coach, both verbally and in writing, the Schools’ Directors and Assistant Directors on state, federal and municipal regulations, licensing standards, and Company expectations.
• Conduct safety audits (a minimum of one per School on an annual basis) and monitor overall compliance during regular school visits). Use virtual tools to spot-check classrooms and School work environments to ensure the maintenance of policies and procedures. Report any suspected child abuse or neglect to local child protective agencies or child abuse hotlines as provided by law.
• Support accreditation efforts in partnership with the Accreditation Team and Education Department, where applicable.
• Assess the local talent market of each School and develop creative ways to recruit and retain talent. Partner with School leadership to identify and develop staff with the potential for future leadership within the district.
• Consistently and timely work with Directors and Assistant Directors in addressing and remedying employee relations and reportable issues. The District Manager shall maintain full responsibility over the performance of each School Director and shall address performance concerns, both verbally and in writing, efficiently and proactively.
• Fosters a positive work environment by modeling appropriate and professional behavior.
• Ensure the maintenance of an exceptional learning environment in each School by supporting Directors and Assistant Directors in their delivery of quality childcare services that meet or exceed external customers’…