Manager – Academic Operations
Location: Gujarat (Regional Office)
Reporting To: Regional Head
Role Overview
The Manager – Academic Operations will be responsible for planning, monitoring, and implementing preschool programs across multiple centers. The role requires driving academic excellence, operational efficiency, staff development, stakeholder engagement, and compliance with organizational standards while ensuring high-quality early childhood learning environments.
Key Responsibilities1. Academic Leadership
- Design, review, and implement Early Childhood Education curriculum from Toddler to HKG.
- Develop and monitor assessment frameworks for student learning and center performance.
- Plan and evaluate co-curricular programs and educational initiatives.
- Support inclusive education practices in collaboration with special educators.
- Ensure implementation of academic policies, SOPs, and quality standards across centers.
2. Center Monitoring & Quality Assurance
- Conduct regular visits to centers to assess academic and operational effectiveness.
- Mentor Head Teachers, Coordinators, and teaching staff to ensure consistent program delivery.
- Monitor learning outcomes and recommend improvement strategies.
- Ensure adherence to curriculum guidelines and educational best practices.
3. Staff Development & Capacity Building
- Identify training needs and design professional development programs.
- Facilitate workshops and training sessions for academic and administrative teams.
- Conduct performance reviews and support talent development initiatives.
- Assist in recruitment, onboarding, and retention of teaching staff.
4. Operations & Administration
- Oversee smooth functioning of preschool centers and operational processes.
- Ensure compliance with organizational policies, government regulations, and quality standards.
- Coordinate academic events, parent engagement activities, audits, and external visits.
- Maintain safety, hygiene, and infrastructure standards across centers.
5. Stakeholder Management & Communication
- Act as a liaison between center teams, regional leadership, parents, and community stakeholders.
- Address stakeholder concerns and ensure effective communication channels.
- Support parent engagement programs, awareness initiatives, and community participation activities.
- Oversee communication, branding, outreach, and social media initiatives related to preschool programs.
6. Finance & Resource Management
- Support budgeting, resource planning, and financial monitoring activities.
- Ensure effective utilization of funds and proper documentation.
- Track program expenditures and support financial reporting requirements.
7. Partnerships & Outreach
- Build and maintain relationships with NGOs, educational institutions, and government bodies.
- Support outreach programs, advocacy initiatives, and community development projects related to Early Childhood Education.
- Contribute to grant proposals, fundraising initiatives, and resource mobilization efforts where required.
8. Reporting & Documentation
- Prepare periodic reports, program reviews, feasibility studies, and performance analyses.
- Monitor project outcomes using data-driven approaches.
- Maintain accurate documentation and ensure transparency in reporting.
9. Child Safety & Infrastructure
- Ensure implementation of child safeguarding and protection policies.
- Assess infrastructure requirements and coordinate maintenance activities.
- Monitor compliance with health, safety, and security standards.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Early Childhood Education, Human Development, Child Development, Education, Psychology, or a related field.
- Additional certifications in Early Childhood Education or Educational Leadership will be an advantage.
Experience
- 10–12 years of experience in Education Management, Preschool Operations, or NGO/Education Programs.
- Minimum 2–3 years of classroom teaching experience.
- Minimum 3 years of educational program management experience.
- Minimum 5 years in leadership, academic management, or project management roles.
- Experience managing multiple centers, schools, or educational projects is preferred.
Key Skills & Competencies
- Early Childhood Curriculum Design & Implementation
- Academic Audits & Quality Assurance
- Teacher Training & Professional Development
- Team Leadership & People Management
- Stakeholder & Community Engagement
- Budgeting & Resource Management
- Data Analysis & Reporting
- Government Compliance & Policy Understanding
- Child Protection & Safeguarding
- Excellent Communication & Interpersonal Skills
- Strategic Planning & Problem Solving
