District Manager

Benefits:

• Childcare Benefits
• Paid holidays
• 401(k)
• Competitive salary
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development

Salary: $95,000–$110,000 annually Location: Stamford, CT | Field-Based Schedule: Full-Time | Flexible Schedule Travel: Approximately 85% | Local and Multi-State Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, PTO, 401(k) and more

About the Role The Learning Experience is hiring a District Manager based in the Stamford, CT area to oversee operations and business performance across multiple corporate-owned and franchise childcare centers.

This field-based role focuses on improving enrollment, developing Center Directors, strengthening franchise partnerships, and maintaining high standards of early childhood education, safety, and operational excellence.

We're seeking a results-driven multi-unit leader who can analyze performance, develop teams, and implement strategies that support center growth.

What You’ll Do

• Drive operational strategies to improve enrollment, retention, productivity, profitability, and family satisfaction.
• Analyze center and territory performance, identify trends, and implement improvement plans.
• Coach Center Directors, develop leadership teams, and strengthen employee retention.
• Partner with franchise owners to provide business guidance and operational support.
• Coordinate new center openings, including licensing, hiring, training, and operational readiness.
• Collaborate with Marketing to improve enrollment, tours, and registrations.
• Ensure compliance with Connecticut childcare licensing, employment regulations, franchise agreements, and company standards.
• Identify operational challenges, implement solutions, and improve processes.
• Support corporate initiatives and build strong relationships with franchisees and center teams.

What You’ll Bring

• 4+ years of multi-unit operations leadership experience, preferably in childcare, preschool, or early childhood education.
• Experience in franchise operations, multi-unit retail, restaurants, or service-based businesses considered.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent relevant education and experience.
• Strong business acumen, financial analysis, and operational management skills.
• Experience coaching leaders, improving performance, and driving business growth.
• Knowledge of childcare licensing and regulatory compliance preferred.
• Strong communication, project management, reporting, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and business reporting systems.
• Ability to travel approximately 85% throughout the assigned territory.
• Must reside in Stamford, CT, or the surrounding Fairfield County area.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Competitive salary of $95,000–$110,000 annually.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance, PTO, and 401(k).
• Vehicle allowance for business travel.
• Professional development and career growth opportunities.
• Opportunity to influence performance across a growing early childhood education network.

Apply today to join The Learning Experience as a District Manager supporting our Stamford, Connecticut region.