Job Title
Pre-Primary / Kindergarten Academic Coordinator
Role Overview
The Pre-Primary / Kindergarten Academic Coordinator is a key instructional leader responsible for ensuring high-quality early childhood education. The role focuses on academic leadership, curriculum implementation, teacher mentoring, and creating a nurturing, developmentally appropriate learning environment aligned with the school's vision and early years philosophy.
Key Leadership Responsibilities
Academic Leadership
- Lead the planning, implementation, and evaluation of the pre-primary/kindergarten curriculum in alignment with early childhood education standards.
- Ensure age-appropriate, play-based, and inquiry-driven learning practices are consistently followed.
- Guide teachers in lesson planning, assessment strategies, and classroom organization.
- Monitor academic progress and support interventions to meet diverse learner needs.
Teacher Mentoring and Development
- Mentor, coach, and support teachers to enhance instructional quality and professional growth.
- Conduct classroom observations and provide constructive feedback.
- Organize and lead professional development workshops and training sessions.
- Foster a collaborative and reflective teaching culture within the team.
Curriculum Planning and Assessment
- Oversee curriculum mapping, lesson plans, and learning outcomes.
- Ensure effective assessment and documentation of children's learning and development.
- Support the integration of literacy, numeracy, social-emotional learning, and life skills.
Team and Operational Leadership
- Coordinate daily academic operations of the pre-primary section.
- Work closely with school leadership to align early years goals with the school's strategic plan.
- Support teachers in classroom management and child-centered practices.
- Ensure compliance with school policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
Parent and Community Engagement
- Build strong partnerships with parents through communication, meetings, and workshops.
- Address academic concerns and guide parents on child development and learning strategies.
- Support school events, orientations, and early years programs.
Qualifications And Experience
Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education (Master's preferred).
Minimum of 35 years of teaching experience in pre-primary/kindergarten, with leadership or coordination experience preferred.
Strong understanding of early childhood pedagogy and child development.
Key Skills and Competencies
- Instructional and academic leadership
- Teacher mentoring and coaching
- Curriculum planning and assessment
- Effective communication and collaboration
- Strong organizational and decision-making skills
- Passion for early childhood education and child-centered learning
Reporting To
Director / CEO / Principal