Regional Director - Central South East Region - Catapult Learning

Regional Director  

At Catapult Learning, we provide educational solutions that generate academic achievement and better life outcomes for students. Join Catapult Learning and become a part of a national organization with a legacy of more than 45 years of student impact. 

• Team Leadership & Management: 
  • Manage and build a cohesive leadership team consisting of Area Managers and Operations Managers. 
  • Oversee performance and effectiveness of a portfolio of programs within five states; Louisiana, Alabama, Georgia, Mississippi and Tennessee 
  • With support of the talent departments, oversee recruitment, selection, evaluation, retention, and, if necessary, termination of direct service staff.  
  • Assure staff have the training, knowledge, skills and materials to meet the demands of contracted program. 
  • Act as a role model for establishing appropriate positive morale and attitude toward work and organization. 
  • Ensure cross functional and intra-departmental communication.  
• Drive Results: 
  • Build a results-driven culture for Area Managers and Operations Managers by establishing a clear vision for success; demonstrating clear, concise direction; holding team accountable for meeting revenue and other targets and adjusting course as necessary in pursuit of goals. 
  • Manage a large budget, including P&L management, expense analysis and forecasting 
  • Drive growth of the business through expansion, extension, and – in partnership with our sales team – new opportunities 
  • Leverage data, tools, and systems to drive business outcomes 
  • Assure that instructional staff, physical facilities, instructional materials, and equipment are of high quality 
• Client Services 
  • Client Account Management 
  • Ensure customers are informed and satisfied with our services and eager to renew 
  • Provide high touch customer service 
  • Manage current contracts to ensure profitability and student learning and 
  • Intimately understand and implement the terms and conditions of all contracts and proposals for the programs the director oversees 
  • Keep appropriate corporate support staff informed of contract activities. Communicate regularly with, and provide needed information to, Vice President of Programs 
• Build Partnerships 
  • Maintain and strengthen key relationships needed for the management and delivery of programs.  
  • Communicate regularly and effectively with representatives of the schools and the districts we serve.  
  • Alert Vice President of Programs to potential problems and offer viable solutions pro-actively. 
  • Develop with Vice President of Programs a strategic plan for optimal renewal and expansion of contracts for the region each year. Carry out appropriate renewal activity throughout the year. 
  • Ability to manage internal stakeholder relationships; motivate and influence others to achieve common goals 

• Bachelor's degree in a related field 
• At least ten years of related experience in the areas of education or business 
• Prior management and budget experience 
• Experience working with school districts, preferred 

• Communication Skills: 
  • Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills. 
  • Must have the ability to communicate with all levels of management, as well as outside partners and other stakeholders. 
• Organizational Skills: 
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage complex, high-demand environments. 
  • Proficiency in prioritization and the ability to balance competing tasks effectively. 
• Critical Thinking and Problem Solving: 
  • Expertise in managing complexity, particularly in guiding teams through periods of change and transition 
  • A system-oriented mindset with the ability to understand and navigate various tools and processes to ensure operational efficiency 
• Other: 
  • Candidate must possess a sense of urgency, understanding of the education environment, ability to work in cross-functional teams, flexibility, and team orientation. 
  • Travel: candidates should expect travel commitments of up to 50%. 

• Competitive salary 
• Medical, Dental and vision insurance - multiple plan options available to support your needs  
• 401 (k) to help you invest in your future 
• Company support and quality assurance from both local and national support teams  
• This position is eligible for a performance-based bonus of up to 20%, contingent on both company performance and individual results