Early Years Centre Manager

Title: Centre Head (Pre-School)  Employment Type : Full-Time Reports To: Head of Operations (Pre-School) We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Preschool Centre Head to lead and manage our preschool which has 200+ students (Play Group to UKG, Gr1 and Gr2). The ideal candidate will ensure high-quality education, and maintain a nurturing, safe, and engaging environment for children, staff, and parents. Will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the school, curriculum development and implementation, budget management, faculty recruitment, student retention, developing and implementing school policies, maintaining positive relationships with parents, and ensuring compliance with state education department regulations.  Leadership and Management:  Oversee the smooth functioning of the preschool, including academic and administrative operations.  Lead, mentor, and motivate the teaching and non-teaching staff to achieve excellence.  Maintain compliance with all regulatory and safety requirements. Academic Excellence:  Ensure the implementation of a developmentally appropriate curriculum that aligns with the school’s philosophy.  Monitor and evaluate teaching methods, lesson plans, and classroom activities.  Conduct regular teacher training and workshops to ensure continuous professional development. Parent and Community Engagement:  Organize parent-teacher meetings, workshops, and events to strengthen school-community relationships.  Promote the preschool through local events, social media, and other marketing channels. Operational Management:  Manage admissions, maintain enrollment targets, and oversee fee collection.  Ensure proper maintenance of school infrastructure, supplies, and equipment.  Child-Centered Focus:  Foster a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment for children.  Address individual needs of children and ensure their physical, emotional, and intellectual development.  Monitor child progress and ensure regular communication with parents.  Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field  Minimum 6 years of Experience in Kindergarten and Early Childhood Education and minimum of 3 years of work experience as Centre Head of any reputed preschool with 100 students.  Good understanding about Montessori pedagogy.  Deep appreciation for Indian cultural values  Curriculum Development and Education skills  Knowledge of local regulations and requirements for preschools  Passion for early childhood education and a child-centered approach.  Opportunities for professional growth and development.  Competitive salary and benefits package.  Food provided.  Basil Woods’ is an early learning initiative of National Institute of Value Education (NIVE) to inculcate universal values and ethics along with imparting physical/cognitive learning in the formative years of early childhood development. Basil Woods currently runs four - K12 schools and ten preschools across Bangalore, Hyderabad, Ahmedabad and Bhubaneshwar in India. NIVE focuses on imparting value education and life skills to students of all ages. The founding team of NIVE includes the trustees of Akshaya Patra, which is the world’s largest NGO-run mid-day meal program catering to over 1.7 million schoolchildren in 11 states of the country.  ‘Basil Woods’ selected as one among the top preschool-cum-daycare centres in India, by Education Today for the second consecutive year. (Times School Survey 2020 and 2021)  Two nominations at the International School Awards, Dubai for .  Audited and certified for quality delivery.  We look forward to welcoming an inspiring leader who is dedicated to creating a vibrant and nurturing learning environment for children and staff alike