Opening For Early Years Programme Lead/Specialist(Gurgaon)Females Only

Job Description

JD for Programme Lead/Specialist-Gurgaon Designation Curriculum Lead / Specialist Reporting to Regional Curriculum Head Qualifications Degree in Early Childhood Education (NTT, Montessori, ECE, CIDTT trained) compulsory Experience Minimum 5 years of preschool industry experience with minimum 2 years of preschool teaching experience General Description We are seeking for a Curriculum Lead who has a solid understanding of early childhood education, classroom arrangements, lesson plan development, implementation monitoring and teacher training. Main Responsibilities Ensure all Prep-Schools in the assigned region deliver the curriculum in accordance with the guidelines and parameters established. Demonstrate knowledge/education in working with infants, toddlers and preschoolers. Ensure that learning environment, resources and training program provided is consistent with Founding Years requirements. Conduct and / or develop training programs for teachers and assistant teachers. Supervise, train and mentor the teachers in order to ensure most effective use of the curriculum and learning resources. Responsible for identifying learning needs of teachers and assistant teachers. Provide academic support to all the prep schools in the assigned region in terms of curriculum implementation monitoring and lesson plan approvals, student observation and assessment monitoring, and resource management Assists in establishing system-wide curricular objectives for early childhood education; develops plans for implementation and evaluation; initiates, designs and implements programs to meet system-wide goals; works with Center Coordinators and teachers to ensure programs are implemented at each school. Ability to develop and provide presentations to individuals, small and large groups; such as; parent orientations, conduct open houses, etc. Convenes periodic meetings of contact teachers/coordinators; attends department and general staff meetings as required. Assists coordinators and teachers with ways of assessing and fulfilling needs of young children; provides instructional strategies and various tools to aid the instructional process; observes teachers and provides feedback. Assists with the overall evaluation of early childhood education programs in the system and develops strategies for improvement; coordinates and conducts mandatory in-service training and makes recommendations for professional development opportunities. Individual Responsibilities: Ensures teachers and coordinators are familiar with any changes to the Curriculum Maintain confidentiality of both children and staff Communicate directly and avoid gossip Be flexible in scheduling to meet the needs of the overall program Demonstrate honesty, integrity and commitment to confidentiality Show initiative in problem solving and be open to new ideas Be approachable and welcoming Additional Skills Ability to train and evaluate teaching staff Excellent communication skills, verbal and written in standard English. Ability to interact with families in a nurturing, compassionate, and sincere manner Intermediate to advanced level experience with recent versions of Microsoft Suite, such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Internet Explorer; ability to use current webinar technology and audio conferencing. Has excellent writing skills and able to create content that meets the educational standards. Experience in curriculum development will be an advantage. Is creative with good analytical and conceptual thinking skills. Ability to work independently as well as within a team with minimal supervision. Ready to travel with in the assigned region on a daily basis and across other region on need basis