Regional Director

Reports To

Executive Director of Organizational Leadership

Department

Corporate Office – Organizational Operations

Location

Corporate Office / Multi-Site

Status

Full-Time

Travel

Regular travel among Sunshine Schools locations and project sites

Role Type

Cross-Functional Leadership / Compliance Implementation

POSITION PURPOSE

The Regional Director (RD) provides executive‑level oversight, high‑impact coaching, and accountability for all Site Administrators and the Curriculum Coordinator across the region. The RD ensures every center operates at 100% compliance, 100% of the time through weekly site visits, monthly audits, real‑time corrective action, and structured leadership development. This role drives operational consistency, curriculum fidelity, staff readiness, and a strong internal advancement pipeline across all centers.

The RD is the primary leadership coach for Site Administrators and the Curriculum Coordinator, strengthening decision‑making, communication, instructional quality, and operational judgment. This role builds a culture of accountability, transparency, and proactive problem solving across the Sunshine Schools NC Family.

This job description is not all‑inclusive; responsibilities may change as needed, and employees are expected to demonstrate flexibility by supporting other teams, assisting with operational needs, and temporarily filling in for open positions. Employees are not permitted to alter, redefine, or self‑assign duties outside their designated role without prior written authorization from the Executive Director of Organizational Leadership.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Executive Leadership, Coaching & Mentorship

• Provide continuous, high‑impact coaching and weekly leadership check‑ins to Site Administrators and the Curriculum Coordinator to strengthen operational decision‑making and professional growth.

Curriculum Coordinator Leadership

• Provide direct coaching, oversight, and professional support to the Curriculum Coordinator to ensure curriculum fidelity, instructional consistency, and alignment with operational goals across all centers.

Operational Compliance & Audit Leadership

• Conduct weekly site visits, monthly audits, and daily monitoring to ensure strict licensing compliance, real-time corrective action, and continuous operational readiness across all sites.

CACFP Oversight

• Provide complete oversight, staff training, and immediate issue resolution for CACFP operations across all sites, including monitoring meal counts, safety practices, and documentation.

Classroom Management & Behavior Support

• Support staff with classroom management and directly supervise the Child & Family Success Coach to implement consistent behavior plans and strengthen classroom environments.

Staffing, Hiring & Orientation

• Oversee hiring, onboarding, staffing contingencies, HR partnerships, and comprehensive staff training to ensure seamless operations and full compliance across all centers.

Site Administrator Coverage

• Serve as acting Site Administrator and provide transitional leadership during vacancies and onboarding to ensure continuous center operations.

Advancement & Internal Leadership Pipeline

• Build a strong internal leadership pipeline by identifying high-potential staff, creating advancement plans, prioritizing internal promotions, and tracking progress quarterly.

Professional Development Oversight

• Create, lead, and monitor comprehensive professional development plans and training programs to ensure all staff meet annual certification, growth, and compliance requirements.

Culture, Communication & Systems Alignment

• Model leadership values by maintaining clear communication with executive leadership, enforcing standardized systems, managing scorecards, and fostering a safe, accountable, and compliant culture across all centers.

Family & Community Engagement

• Support Site Administrators in resolving escalated family concerns while ensuring centers maintain welcoming, safe, and compliant environments.

Data, Reporting & Continuous Improvement

• Analyze audit data, deliver quarterly reports to the Executive Director, and lead targeted improvement initiatives to maintain full organizational compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Educational Leadership, Business Administration, or related field.
• 3–5 years leadership experience in early childhood or a related field.
• Strong understanding of licensing regulations, CACFP, and compliance.
• Demonstrated ability to coach and hold staff accountable.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to travel between sites weekly.

Work Environment

Requires regular travel, flexible scheduling, and readiness to step into operational roles when needed.

Work Schedule

• This is an salary, exempt position (Not eligible for overtime in accordance with FLSA and NC Wage & Hour Act).
• Standard work hours: Monday–Friday, up to 40 hours/week.
• Occasional evening or weekend work may be required (e.g., Family Nights or staff training, etc.).

Additional Expectations

• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to all organizational policies.
• Demonstrate initiative, reliability, and strong follow-through.
• Ensure all responsibilities are completed personally unless written approval for delegation is granted by the Executive Director Organizational Leadership.
• Uphold professional communication with all staff and leadership.

Compliance & Equal Opportunity Statement

Sunshine Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and organizational need. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.