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

• Communicate to the region (TN, MS & AR) the company’s goals, priorities, progress and accomplishments. Provide a channel for Center Directors and staff input.
• Establish and communicate a regional strategy, which allows Center Directors to develop and achieve goals in conjunction with annual company goals.
• Establish a plan for center visits (TN. MS, AR). Develop a consistent schedule to assess goal achievement, program evaluation and to audit operating systems.
• Hold Center Directors accountable for meeting operational objectives and budgeted financial performance of the location.
• Oversee implementation of company initiatives.
• Ensure that Center Directors implement operating policies and procedures within time requirements.
• Assist Center Directors in assessing, prioritizing, advocating for, and allocating resources.
• Collaborate with corporate departments and with the Division Vice President on the development and implementation of programs and systems that represent the field perspective.

• Establish and maintain a culture in keeping with the fundamental association values. Develop a cohesive team among Center Directors in the region.
• Make Center Director selection a priority, with thoughtful consideration of location, regional and company demands.
• In partnership with the SVP Early Learning, take responsibility for Center Director orientation and ongoing training. In partnership with the Field Education & Training Specialist, design orientation based on an individual Center Director and on center needs according to established association guidelines.
• Establish and implement professional development goals with Center Directors. Ensure that expectations are clear and that performance standards are met.
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