Head of School

Head of School (Grades 3-7) (A leadership role focusing on high-quality teaching, student achievement, and seamless school transitions) Position Summary The Head of School (Grades 3-7) is the academic and administrative leader responsible for ensuring excellent teaching-learning practices, strong curriculum execution, teacher capacity building, and a robust transition framework as students move from Preparatory Stage (Grades 3-5) to Middle School (Grades 6-7). The role demands vision, pedagogical expertise, operational leadership, and strong parent partnership skills. Key Responsibilities 1. Academic Excellence & Student Achievement (Grades 3-7) - Ensure high-quality instructional delivery and academic progress across Grades 3-7. - Monitor subject averages, remedial cycles, student assessments, baseline-EoY growth and SAFAL readiness. - Ensure lesson plan adherence, assessment accuracy, and timely ERP updates. - Strengthen Foundational + Preparatory + Middle School continuity for literacy, numeracy, inquiry-based learning, and competencies aligned with NEP 2020. 2. Curriculum Implementation & Innovation - Lead the curriculum for Grades 3-7 ensuring vertical alignment, interdisciplinary connections, and competency-based learning. - Drive innovative pedagogies: inquiry-based learning, experiential learning, learning analytics, blended learning, project-based learning, and formative assessment strategies. - Ensure 100% compliance with academic calendars, assessment timelines, homework and planner policies. - Lead introduction of tech-enabled learning practices (smartboards, online assessments, flipped classrooms). 3. Transition Leadership (Grade 5 Grade 6 Grade 7) A signature responsibility for this role: - Build a structured transition framework for Grade 5 to 6 and Grade 6 to 7 covering: - Academic alignment and bridging curriculum - Behavioural, socio-emotional, and organisational readiness - Teacher handovers and student profiling - Parent orientation for middle-school expectations - Monitor student adaptation through data, feedback, and interventions. - Conduct orientation workshops for teachers on middle-school academic rigor and learning styles. 4. Staff Development & Capacity Building - Lead a culture of reflection, growth, and accountability among staff. - Conduct classroom observations, feedback sessions, coaching cycles, and annual appraisal discussions. - Ensure minimum training hours, 100% teacher induction completion, and competency-based TPD aligned to NEP 2020. - Support teacher recruitment, demo observations, mentoring, and retention strategies. 5. Student Engagement, Discipline & Well-Being - Ensure strong pastoral care, counselling support, and student engagement initiatives. - Maintain discipline standards with data-based monitoring and timely resolution. - Promote SEE Learning / SEL practices, extracurricular participation, and student leadership programs. - Maintain student safety norms, safeguarding procedures, and behavioural protocols. 6. Parent & Community Partnerships - Establish transparent, positive and collaborative relationships with parents. - Ensure timely communication, PTMs, orientations, and academic updates with 100% compliance. - Resolve parent concerns within SLA timelines and maintain high parent satisfaction scores (85%+). - Represent the school's academic vision in all parent interactions, both formal and informal. 7. School Operations & Compliance - Lead timetable creation, staffing allocation, roster planning, and smooth day-to-day school operations. - Ensure SOP compliance for safety, discipline, assessment, academic documentation, and ERP usage. - Support admissions interactions and school visibility initiatives (academics, events, outreach). - Lead the annual school development plan for Grades 3-7. Key Competencies & Skills - Strong academic leadership and ability to drive grade-level academic excellence - Deep knowledge of Preparatory Middle School progression - Expertise in inquiry-based learning, CBSE expectations, NEP 2020 implementation - Excellent communication, parent engagement, and conflict resolution skills - Strong data-driven decision-making and analytical mindset - High emotional intelligence and ability to mentor teachers effectively - Process orientation and ability to uphold high standards of discipline and professionalism - Ability to build trust, collaboration, and a positive team culture Essential Qualifications & Experience - Master's degree + B.Ed from a reputed institute - 10+ years of teaching experience; at least 4-5 years in academic/leadership roles - Experience with Grades 3-7 preferred - Proven ability to lead academic teams, manage operations, and drive school outcomes - Strong understanding of CBSE guidelines, competency-based education, and NEP 2020 Ideal Candidate Persona We are looking for a dynamic instructional leader who is: - Student-centred and passionate about developing thriving learning environments - Skilled in managing transitions between Preparatory and Middle School - Innovative, reflective, and deeply committed to teacher development - Able to inspire trust and build strong relationships with staff, parents, and students - Hands-on, energetic, and aligned with Khaitan's vision of holistic, joyful learning