Roles and Responsibilities

1. Professional Development:

• Assess training needs of the Pre-Primary teachers.
• Organize trainings based on the need analysis and monitor follow up.
• Organize co-ordination meeting, fix the agenda and maintain minutes of the meeting
• Remain abreast with current and internationally recognized Early Childhood practices and strive to continually learn and refine practice

2. Institutional Development

• Help to interview new staff as and when required
• Give suggestions to Vice Principal on teaching load allocation
• Give feedback to Vice Principal about the teachers performance

3. Administrative:

• Manage procurement of stationery, photocopies and other materials required for the various events and activities as well as resources which need replacement or repair
• Settle accounts with administrative office bearers regarding various expenses like ‘Read for Children’ books, class library books, materials, etc.
• Collect and submit money sent by parents for various activities.
• Vigil, report and ensure that the facility linked maintenance and repair work is done on time.
• Arrange for book exhibition during Open house along with the Librarians.
• Handle the various committees, guide and support the committees and ensure they meet their goals
• Help the school management with the admission procedure and events
• Participate in the appraisal process of the teachers
• Co-ordinate with teachers and level coordinators for their requirements
• Aid the teacher recruitment process by getting involved in the selection, scrutiny of resumes, observation of demonstration session and giving feedback
• Arrange for substitution or replacement of a teacher when the need arises • Collate information for the quarterly MIS • Create and collate information, pictures and write up for the quarterly and annual school magazine • Maintain record of teaching and learning material

4. Program and Curriculum related activities:

• Plan and organize fieldtrips for all three grades, at least 4 fieldtrips per grade • Organize at least one special activity per month & promote parent involvement as and when possible • Review curriculum plans, teacher reflection and children observation regularly to ensure adherence to timelines and give feedback to the teachers on them. • Review, rewrite and give feedback on comments written by teachers for the report cards • Co-ordinate events, festivals, celebrations as per the plans shared by the Central Office team • Handle curriculum queries and report it to the CO • Observe classes and give feedback to Pre-Primary teachers • Conduct meetings with teachers as per schedule and provide necessary assistance, feedback and guidance. • Coordinate with teachers to plan, review and roll out the parent newsletter regularly • Mentor, coach and provide information, support and feedback to the Pre-Primary teachers to develop skills and understanding of early childhood practices.

5. Parents, Community and other Stakeholders Support:

• Arrange the logistics for Parent Orientations, Workshops etc. • Conduct the parent orientation programme • Follow up for fee overdue • Prepare and review circulars/ notices linked to the curriculum and important announcements such as holidays, picnics, activities, regular updates to parents, etc. • Monitor communication on the Teno App for content and tone • Monitor monthly updates and handbook usage • Address and resolve issues related to parents, teachers or school management • Coordinate and meet parents for any queries and concerns. • Encourage parents to contribute to the newsletter

6. Skills, Attitude, Experience and Attributes

• Demonstrate professionalism in terms of dress, punctuality and attendance • Have effective communication skills, both written and verbal. • Have effective time management, organizational and interpersonal skills. • Be competent in all aspects of early childhood teaching and learning. • Be familiar with Child Protection Policies and POCSO • Undertake other duties as assigned by the Principal from time to time.

Desired Candidate Profile

Masters in Child Development / Human Development or Diploma in ECD

Experience of 5 years or more in an ECD setting as a Lead teacher / Coordinator

Perks and Benefits