About us:

Founded in 2010, Ekya Schools offers progressive K–12 education through CBSE, ICSE, and Cambridge IGCSE curricula, with a strong emphasis on experiential learning. Alongside Ekya Schools, our chain of CMR Pre-University Colleges delivers an extensive pre-university program affiliated with the Karnataka Pre-University Board, combining rigorous academics with a holistic learning experience. Drawing from the rich legacy of the CMR Group, we nurture lifelong learners equipped to thrive in a dynamic and evolving world.

About Ekya Vana & Ekya Vana Early Years:

Ekya Vana Early Years represent Ekya's next chapter, purpose-based learning environments rooted deeply in nature, sustainability, and conservation.

Ekya Vana Early Years Nature-based Preschools and Day-care Centers offers a nature-immersive, inquiry-led space where children pause to notice, wonder, listen, care, and find joy in the living world. Seasonal rhythms, hands-on exploration, and Earth Sense anchor their foundational learning experiences.

Role Overview

The Centre Head is responsible for the overall leadership, quality, safety, and smooth functioning of the Vana Early Years centre. This role ensures that the centre delivers high-quality, child-centred, nature-based early learning while meeting all statutory, operational, and parent engagement requirements.

The Centre Head translates Vana's nature-based learning philosophy into everyday practice across classrooms, outdoor environments, team culture, and parent engagement.

Key Responsibilities

Academic & Pedagogical Leadership

Ensure effective implementation of Vana's nature-based early years curriculum
Support teachers in planning and delivering child-led, play-based, and outdoor learning
Observe classroom practices and provide constructive feedback
Ensure age-appropriate learning aligned with early years frameworks and developmental milestones
Maintain quality of documentation, observations, and learning record

Child Safety, Wellbeing & Compliance

Ensure the safety, health, and emotional wellbeing of all children
Implement and monitor child protection, health, hygiene, and outdoor safety protocols
Conduct regular safety checks and risk assessments, especially for outdoor spaces
Ensure compliance with all local early childhood education and daycare regulations
Act as the first point of escalation for child safety or serious parent concern

Team Leadership & People Management

Lead, mentor, and supervise teachers, Community Care Coordinator, and support staff
Manage staff onboarding, role clarity, duty rosters, and leave planning
Create a positive, respectful, and accountable team culture
Identify training needs and support continuous professional development
Conduct regular check-ins and performance feedback

Parent & Community Engagement

Be the primary point of contact for parents
Lead parent orientations, meetings, and centre events
Build strong, transparent relationships with families
Address parent queries and concerns with empathy and clarity
Strengthen community engagement through nature walks, workshops, and celebrations

Admissions & Centre Operations

Oversee admissions in coordination with the Community Care Coordinator
Ensure smooth daily operations including attendance, timetables, and classroom readiness
Coordinate with vendors, service providers, and housekeeping teams
Ensure centre readiness before the start of term and on an ongoing basis

Administration, Reporting & Oversight

Maintain accurate records for children, staff, and incidents
Prepare and share daily and weekly operational updates with the Management and the stakeholders
Submit incident reports and compliance documentation as required
Participate in periodic reviews, audits, and planning meetings

Skills & Competencies

Strong leadership and people management skills
Deep understanding of early childhood education
Excellent communication and parent relationship skills
High attention to safety, detail, and quality
Calm, organized, and solution-oriented
Alignment with nature-based and child-centered learning values

Qualifications & Experience

Degree or Diploma in Early Childhood Education / Education / Psychology or related field
Minimum 5–8 years of experience in early years education
Prior experience in a leadership or centre management role preferred
Experience with nature-based or progressive learning environments is an advantage

What We're Looking For

Someone who:

Loves working with young children and educators
Leads with warmth, clarity, and accountability
Values nature, play, and child-led learning
Enjoys building strong relationships with families
Can balance care, structure, and operations effectively

Location: Centre Based

Reports To: Head - Ekya Vana Early Years

Center Head

Center Head