Academic Head

As the Academic Head at Kothari Starz Play School and Day Care in Prabhadevi, Mumbai, you will be responsible for overseeing the academic operations of the institution. Your role will involve developing and implementing engaging and age-appropriate curriculum for the play school and day care center, integrating innovative teaching methodologies to promote holistic child development. A key aspect of your position will be to manage and train the teaching staff, ensuring that they adhere to teaching standards. You will lead and mentor the educators, organizing regular training sessions to enhance their skills in early childhood education. In addition to academic responsibilities, you will be tasked with the operational oversight of day-to-day activities to maintain a nurturing learning environment. Your role will also involve ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and school policies. Parent engagement is a crucial part of this position, where you will conduct regular meetings with parents to discuss their child's progress and address any concerns. Organizing parent workshops and events to encourage parental involvement in their child's educational journey will also be part of your responsibilities. Furthermore, you will be responsible for evaluating and improving teaching practices and student performance through feedback and assessments. It is essential to create and maintain a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment for the children under your care. To be successful in this role, you must hold a Bachelor's Degree and Diploma in Early Childhood Education. A minimum of 3 years of experience in play school or early childhood education, with prior leadership roles preferred, is required. You should have a strong understanding of early childhood pedagogy and child psychology, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to lead and inspire a team, as well as creative problem-solving and organizational abilities.,