Curriculum Leader – Pre-Primary

ABOUT USLEAD Group was founded in 2012 in Mumbai. Our mission is to empower India by making an excellent education affordable and accessible to every child. We do this through providing an integrated education system to K12 schools, that brings together world-class curriculum and pedagogy, developed after years of research and analysis of successful school systems across the globe, with a multi-modal framework, delivered seamlessly through tech.LEAD is the market leader and the fastest-growing School Edtech company in India. LEAD has seen rapid adoption with its products serving 8000 schools and transforming learning outcomes for 4 million students across the country. By 2030, LEAD will provide propulsive learning to 25 million students across 60,000 schools in India. Propulsive learning builds confidence to succeed in life, on par with their peers from top-ranked schools in India.ABOUT THE ROLEAs the Associate Curriculum Development Director – Pre-Primary , you will lead the design and development of innovative, age-appropriate curriculum for pre-primary sections of LEAD-powered schools. You will bring deep expertise in early childhood education, a passion for nurturing young minds, and a commitment to delivering exceptional learning experiences for pre-primary learners. The role involves managing a team of curriculum developers, collaborating across functions, and ensuring the creation of engaging and developmentally sound educational materials that empower both teachers and students. You will play a pivotal role in advancing LEAD’s mission to deliver excellent, affordable education to every child.ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIESCurriculum Development Design and deliver a high-quality, error-free curriculum for pre-primary students that meets developmental and learning needs.Develop innovative academic products including lesson plans, assessments, and multi-format learning materials.Review, provide feedback, and ensure the accuracy, age-appropriateness, and quality of content created by Curriculum Development Managers (CDMs), Subject Content Associates (SCAs), and Subject Content Managers (SCMs).Research best practices in Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) and integrate them into curriculum design.Visit LEAD partner schools to understand on-ground requirements and translate insights into actionable content improvements.Team Leadership Coach, mentor, and manage a team of CDMs, SCAs, and SCMs, supporting their professional growth and fostering a collaborative team culture aligned with LEAD values.Set clear goals for the team, monitor progress, and ensure achievement in line with LEAD quality standards.Establish curriculum development processes and guidelines to ensure consistent and efficient delivery of academic products.Collaborate cross-functionally with field teams and other stakeholders to ensure seamless implementation and feedback integration.Project & Process Management Oversee curriculum development projects, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery of products.Drive innovation by researching and implementing new methods to enhance learning in LEAD partner schools.Promote the integration of technology in pre-primary education to improve both teaching and learning experiences.EXPERIENCEEducational Background: ECCE qualification with a strong understanding of child development and age-appropriate teaching methods.Professional Experience:Teaching experience in preschool or pre-primary settings.Proven experience in designing learning progressions and solutions for pre-primary students.Minimum 3-4 years of experience in coaching and managing teams.Demonstrated project management skills in an educational context.Experience in integrating technology into educational content and delivery.