Childcare Regional Director - Dunkirk

Childcare Regional Director - Dunkirk Dunkirk, NY ( Description WHO WE ARE:Healthy Kids is not just another childcare provider. We are Inc. 5,000's fastest-growing provider of Early Learning, Before and After School, and Summer Camp Programs with over 100 locations and growing. We are a certified benefit corporation on a mission to reinvent accessible and affordable childcare for today's families and create opportunities for our team to do what they love (and feel valued while doing it). Join our award-winning community and dive into a world of excitement, growth, and endless possibilities. Check out what it's like to work with us at We're hiring a Regional Director to lead our Before/After School and Summer Programs across Southwestern New York. In this key leadership role, the Regional Director will oversee multiple Healthy Kids Program sites, including school-based Before/After School programs and community-based Summer Programs. The position involves regular travel throughout the region to support and ensure program quality and consistency. The ideal candidate is a dynamic and experienced leader who brings a passion for creating nurturing, child-centered environments. This role blends educational leadership with operational managementincluding oversight of staffing, enrollment, financial performance, marketing, and overall program administration. PAY RATE:Base Salary $41,500 (growth opportunities available) REPORTS TO: Executive Director DIRECT REPORTS:Program Site Staff Position Responsibilities: As Regional Director, you will be responsible for overseeing all operational aspects of our Before/After School and Summer Camp Programs, with an emphasis on quality, compliance, and leadership. Core responsibilities include: + Staff Management: Recruit, train, supervise, and support a highly qualified team to ensure consistent, high-quality service delivery across all sites. + Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all programs operate in full compliance with New York State Daycare, Before/After School, and Summer Camp regulations. + Program Excellence: Deliver programs aligned with Healthy Kids Best Practices and Curriculum, creating nurturing, safe, and engaging environments for children. Emphasize strong classroom management and exceptional parent communication. + Leadership & Culture: Lead with positivity and confidence, addressing challenges proactively and fostering a culture of accountability, open communication, and continuous improvement. + Performance Oversight: Identify and address staff performance issues promptly, providing clear feedback and support for professional growth to uphold standards of excellence. + Collaboration & Improvement: Partner with the Senior Regional and Executive Director to refine program operations and implement best practices. + Meetings & Communication: Participate in leadership and executive team meetings (virtually and in person) and communicate organizational goals, policies, and budget guidelines clearly to site leaders. + Operational Efficiency: Manage payroll responsibly and work closely with the Registration team to ensure all enrolled students have complete documentation. + Marketing & Promotion: Collaborate with the Marketing team to secure accurate and timely program materials for web and social media platforms. + Stakeholder Relations: Maintain strong relationships with school principals, administrators, custodial staff, licensors, and local childcare councils. + Growth & Expansion: Identify opportunities to expand programs within the region and lead successful implementation of new sites. + Cross-Department Collaboration: Work closely with internal departments, senior leadership, and families to support overall program success. + Compliance & Conduct: Uphold and enforce the company's Code of Conduct, policies and procedures, and all applicable state regulations. Requirements Qualifications: + Associates degree in Early Childhood or a related field is preferred + Knowledge of State Childcare Licensing Regulations is a plus but not mandatory. + Minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience, including at least 1 year overseeing staff in a child care setting; experience in business or operational management is highly desirable. + Strong leadership and administrative skills, ideally gained in a customer-focused environment. + Exceptional communication skills with a strong emphasis on parent and family engagement. + Proven ability to foster a collaborative, team-oriented workplace culture. + Dedication to delivering high-quality programs while effectively managing staff and controlling expenses. + Must successfully pass a comprehensive background check, including fingerprinting and reference verification. + Must meet medical fitness requirements to perform all job-related duties. + Professional, dependable, and punctual with a warm, approachable, and positive demeanor. + Excellent organizational and time management abilities. BENEFITS: + Medical Insurance:Your health matterscomprehensive coverage to keep you feeling your best. + Vision Insurance:Keep your vision clearbecause we want you to see your future with us! + Dental Insurance:Smile bright with dental coverage that keeps you healthy from the inside out. + AFLAC Supplemental Plans:Because we believe in going above and beyond to take care of our team. + 401(k) for eligible employees:Yep, we're serious about your future too! + Paid Holidays:Enjoy time off to recharge and celebrate. + Paid Time Off (PTO):Take the time you need to relax and rejuvenate. + Paid Sick Time Off: Because your health should always come first. + On-Demand Pay:Why wait for payday when you can have your money when you need it? + Career Development:Level up your skills and expertise on us! + Growth Opportunities:We're growing and we need people to grow with us! Healthy Kids is dedicated to creating a workforce that promotes and supports diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Healthy Kids Programs makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. For more information, visit: healthykidsprograms.com Salary Description $41,500.00 per year