Nursery coordinator

Position Summary

The Nursery Coordinator is responsible for supervising the pre-primary team, ensuring effective implementation of early childhood curriculum aligned with CBSE guidelines for Foundational Stage (NCF 2022), maintaining academic quality, ensuring child safety, and fostering strong school–parent partnerships. The role ensures holistic development of children aged 3–4 years through activity-based and child-centred learning.

Key Responsibilities1. Academic Planning & Curriculum Implementation

• Implement developmentally appropriate curriculum aligned with NCF 2022 (Foundational Stage) and school’s academic plan.
• Support teachers in lesson planning, classroom activities, and use of teaching–learning materials (TLM).
• Ensure activity-based, play-based, and experiential learning across domains: cognitive, language, numeracy, socio-emotional, and motor skills.
• Oversee continuous and comprehensive evaluation (CCE) for pre-primary, including portfolios, checklist assessments, and observations.

2. Classroom Observation & Quality Assurance

• Conduct regular classroom observations and provide feedback to teachers.
• Ensure smooth daily routines — circle time, free play, activity periods, meals, and dispersal.
• Monitor class displays, learning corners, and hygiene standards.
• Ensure timely completion of syllabus as per school academic calendar.

3. Staff Management & Capacity Building

• Supervise nursery teachers, assistant teachers, and support staff.
• Provide professional development through workshops, model lessons, mentoring, and pedagogical support.
• Assist in recruitment, induction, and performance evaluation of pre-primary staff.
• Manage teacher schedules, substitutions, and duty rosters.

4. Child Safety, Health & Well-Being

• Ensure adherence to child protection policies and safety guidelines.
• Monitor hygiene practices, including sanitization, washroom routines, and snack/lunch supervision.
• Maintain incident reports, medical records, and emergency protocols.
• Address developmental concerns and coordinate with counsellors when needed.

5. Parent Communication & Engagement

• Serve as the primary point of contact for all nursery-related queries.
• Conduct orientation sessions, PTMs, counselling meetings, and curriculum briefings.
• Share regular updates on student progress, class activities, and events.
• Handle parent concerns with sensitivity and professionalism.

6. Events & Program Coordination

• Plan and conduct pre-primary events (Sports Day, Annual Day, Festivals, Culmination Days, Open House, etc.).
• Coordinate field trips, celebrations, and thematic days.
• Ensure smooth transitions from Nursery to LKG/UKG.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education / Child Development / Education (B.Ed. preferred).
• Diploma in Early Childhood Education (ECCEd) or NTT certification.
• Minimum 2-4 years of experience in pre-primary teaching, with at least 1–2 years in a supervisory or coordinator role.
• Familiarity with NCF 2022, CBSE academic expectations, and foundational learning.

Key Competencies

• Strong understanding of early childhood pedagogy
• Leadership and team management
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Empathy, patience, and child-centric approach
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Ability to collaborate with teachers and parents

Work Environment

• Pre-primary classrooms and play areas
• Interaction with children, staff, and parents
• Requires physical activity for supervision and facilitating learning activities

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From ₹15,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Provident Fund

Work Location: In person