Senior Academic Coordinator

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Academic Coordinator who will lead our curriculum implementation, mentor teachers, and ensure the delivery of high-quality early years education. You will be the academic anchor for both our Dwarka and Lajpat Nagar centres, helping translate our vision into daily classroom excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, refine and oversee the academic curriculum for toddlers (1+), pre-nursery (2+), nursery (3+) and day-care segments, aligned with the Yatha philosophy.
• Mentor, train and support teaching staff in delivering the curriculum and utilising effective pedagogy and assessment practices.
• Monitor teaching-learning processes, conduct classroom observations, provide feedback and ensure continuous improvement.
• Liaise with Centre Heads / Management to ensure academic objectives, outcomes and standards are met.
• Maintain and enhance academic records, track child progress, and coordinate with parents to communicate learning outcomes and next steps.
• Facilitate and organise teacher workshops, professional development sessions and team-meetings.
• Stay updated with early years education research, Montessori and Multiple Intelligence frameworks, and integrate relevant innovations into practice.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, safety and quality standards in the academic context (including age-appropriate practices, child-safety, and making the learning spaces “home-away-from-home” for little ones).
• Contribute to the school’s culture of inclusion, diversity, creativity, and sustainable lifelong learning habits, as expressed in Yatha’s vision. theyatha.com

Candidate Profile:

• Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Education, or relevant field.
• Minimum 3-5 years (or more) of experience in early years education, preferably in a coordinator or leadership role in a preschool or primary setting.
• Strong understanding of Montessori pedagogy and/or Multiple Intelligence theory.
• Excellent leadership, communication and interpersonal skills; ability to inspire and develop a team.
• Proven track-record of designing and managing curricula, assessment strategies and teacher development.
• Child-centric mindset, imaginative, proactive, and committed to creating a joyful learning environment.
• Comfortable working across two centres (Dwarka & Lajpat Nagar) and collaborating with diverse teams.
• Willingness to adapt, innovate and embrace the school’s ethos of nurturing curious, compassionate learners.

What We Offer:

• A meaningful leadership role in a well-established preschool brand with strong values and presence in early years education.
• Opportunity to shape and drive the academic vision of both centres of Yatha.
• Collaborative, nurturing work environment with an emphasis on professional growth and development.
• Competitive compensation and benefits (to be discussed individually).
• A chance to contribute significantly to the growth and development of young children, and be part of a team committed to excellence, inclusion and lifelong learning.

How to Apply:
Please whatsapp your CV, a short cover letter outlining your experience and educational philosophy to +91 9669996636

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹13,293.28 - ₹40,575.54 per month

Work Location: In person