Regional Director Child Care- Gilbert and Chandler, Arizona

Regional Director – Early Childhood Education

Gilbert / Chandler, Arizona

Building Kidz is seeking an experienced and driven Regional Director to oversee and support multiple early childhood education centers in the Gilbert/Chandler area. This is a leadership role for someone passionate about high-quality early education, operational excellence, and developing strong center teams.

About Building Kidz

At Building Kidz, we blend high-quality early childhood education with performing arts enrichment to create a well-rounded foundation for young learners. We are committed to delivering consistent program quality, strong family engagement, and operational excellence across all of our schools.

Our leaders play a key role in shaping the experience of children, families, and educators every day.

Learn more about us: Meet our team:

Position Overview

The Regional Director will provide hands-on leadership and operational oversight for two centers in the Gilbert/Chandler market. This role focuses on ensuring compliance, driving enrollment growth, supporting center leadership teams, and maintaining consistent program quality.

You will serve as a key connector between company leadership and on-site directors, helping build strong, high-performing centers.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations for two early childhood education centers
• Provide regular on-site leadership, coaching, and support to center directors
• Ensure compliance with Arizona childcare licensing regulations and company policies
• Support enrollment growth and family engagement strategies across centers
• Train and develop center directors in leadership, operations, and retention practices
• Strengthen staff performance, culture, and team development initiatives
• Maintain consistent program quality and operational standards across locations
• Foster a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for children, families, and staff

Qualifications

• 3+ years of leadership experience in early childhood education ( Regional Director level)
• Strong understanding of Arizona childcare licensing requirements
• Experience supporting enrollment growth and family retention strategies
• Proven ability to coach, train, and develop center leadership teams
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple locations and priorities effectively

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with NAEYC accreditation standards
• AA degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field (or equivalent experience)

Additional Details

• Location: Gilbert / Chandler, Arizona (in-person role)
• Travel: Regular travel between local centers required; occasional travel to corporate office in Foster City, CA
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, full-time

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation based on experience and education
• Health insurance and 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional development and growth opportunities

Why Join Us

This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact across multiple early childhood education centers while shaping strong teams and improving outcomes for children and families. You will be part of a mission-driven organization that values leadership, consistency, and continuous improvement.

How to Apply

If you meet the qualifications and are excited about leading early childhood education teams, we invite you to apply.

Pay: From $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Childcare
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person