Head of Early Years

1 week ago

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India K12 Techno Services Pvt. Ltd. Full time ₹ 12,00,000 - ₹ 36,00,000 per year

Job Title: Head of Early Years (Product Owner – Pre-Primary)

Location:
Bengaluru (with frequent travel to branches)

Reports to:
Chief Academic Officer (CAO)

Grades Covered:
Pre-Nursery to K2

Role Summary

We are seeking a
mission-driven academic leader
to own and drive the Pre-Primary school program across 90+ branches of Orchids International Schools. This is a
Product Owner role -
you are accountable for delivering an exceptional learning experience for Pre Primary grades by aligning curriculum implementation, infrastructure, retention strategies, teacher enablement, and stakeholder delight.

Your focus is to transform vision into reality -
great plans into great classrooms -
through strategic oversight, cross-functional collaboration, and on-ground execution in partnership with school coordinators and principals.

Key Responsibilities

Academic Implementation

  • Ensure effective curriculum delivery for Early Years.
  • Lead structured teacher training, classroom observations, debriefs, and coordinated interventions.
  • Leverage feedback from coordinators and principals to tailor planning, drive excellence, and improve teacher practices.

Infrastructure & Learning Environment

  • Spearhead infra upgrades across classrooms, activity rooms, libraries, Digi boards, sports zones, and art labs.
  • Conduct regular audits and ensure SOP adherence across all grades.
  • Collaborate with zonal heads, principals, and coordinators to close infrastructure and experience gaps.

Admissions & Marketing Enablement

  • Strengthen academic storytelling and parent engagement during Pre-Primary admission cycles.
  • Co-design formats and showcases with marketing and academic teams to drive conversions and build trust.

Retention & Dropout Prevention

  • Use real-time feedback to identify early exit patterns and develop proactive retention plans.
  • Lead school-based events, parent showcases, and personalized interventions to improve satisfaction and trust.
  • Address needs of at-risk learners through bridge programs, emotional connect, and counseling support.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Partner with curriculum, training, STEM, arts, assessments, and parent engagement teams.
  • Operate as a
    thought partner to school leaders
    , driving last-mile delivery through influence, insight, and collaboration.

Success Metrics

  • % improvement in student learning outcomes
  • % of infra audits closed on time
  • Parent satisfaction and orientation feedback scores
  • Dropout % reduction across Pre-Primary
  • Teacher implementation quality and academic audit scores
  • Admissions conversion in key entry grades

Ideal Candidate Profile

Skills

  • Deep expertise in Early Childhood education pedagogy
  • Strong influencing ability and leadership without authority
  • Operational agility and high empathy for on-ground teams
  • Strong classroom intuition with structured academic thinking
  • Problem-solving mindset with ability to drive change collaboratively

Experience

  • 8–15 years in K-12 academic leadership, ideally with experience across multiple schools
  • Proven track record of curriculum implementation, infra oversight, and teacher development
  • Prior experience working closely with school coordinators and principals for on-ground impact

If you're passionate about shaping the
foundation years of education
at scale, thrive on both strategy and execution, and love being in classrooms as much as the boardroom -
this role is for you.

  • Early Years Facilitator

    19 hours ago

    Bengaluru, Karnataka, India KLAY Prep Schools and Daycare Full time ₹ 2,40,000 - ₹ 4,80,000 per year

    Designation Early Years FacilitatorReporting to Centre DirectorWork Timings : 7 hrs (Monday to Friday) and alternate Saturdays half day workingQualification: Minimum 15 years of education (PUC + any graduation/3 years diploma orPUC + NTT/MTT/Early childhood development courses)We are looking for Teachers / Head Teachers for who can provide fun and enriching...

  • Administrator

    1 week ago

    Bengaluru, Karnataka, India Beru Early Years Full time ₹ 2,00,000 - ₹ 6,00,000 per year

    Company DescriptionBeru is a progressive Reggio inspired early years school in Jayanagar, Bengaluru. We strive to nurture curious, capable, and resilient children filled with wonder and knowledge. Beru provides a supportive and enriching environment that connects parents, educators, and the community. Our school emphasizes the importance of holistic growth...

  • Early Years Program

    12 hours ago

    Bengaluru, Karnataka, India Talent Capital Services Full time ₹ 5,00,000 - ₹ 12,00,000 per year

    Designation : Early Years Program Lead or Curriculum SpecialistReporting to : Regional Program ManagerQualification : Degree in Early Childhood Education (NTT/Montessori/ ECE/ CIDTT trained) compulsoryExperience :Min 6 years of preschool industry exp with minimum 2 years of preschool teaching exp.Work Timings: 9 AM - 4 PMLocation : Whitefield...

  • Early Years

    2 weeks ago

    Bengaluru, Karnataka, India Field Marshal KM Cariappa International Academy Full time ₹ 42,00,000 - ₹ 54,00,000 per year

    Position OverviewWe are seeking a dynamic and passionate Cambridge Facilitator to join our team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to be part of an internationally recognized curriculum, working with motivated learners and a collaborative faculty.Key ResponsibilitiesDeliver high-quality lessons aligned with the Cambridge curriculum (Early Years &...

  • Cambridge Early Years Teacher

    2 days ago

    Bengaluru, Karnataka, India Futuristic Edu Initiatives Full time ₹ 3,00,000 - ₹ 3,60,000 per year

    We are looking for a Cambridge trained / experienced candidates for this position. ( Female candidates preferred).School Name : Ambitus World School - BangaloreKey ResponsibilitiesPlan, prepare, and deliver lessons aligned with the Cambridge Early Years framework.Foster curiosity, creativity, and problem-solving skills in young learners.Develop weekly and...

  • Head of Early Years

    3 days ago

    Bengaluru, Karnataka, India, Karnataka K12 Techno Services Pvt. Ltd. Full time

    Job Title: Head of Early Years (Product Owner – Pre-Primary) Location: Bengaluru (with frequent travel to branches) Reports to: Chief Academic Officer (CAO) Grades Covered: Pre-Nursery to K2Role SummaryWe are seeking a mission-driven academic leader to own and drive the Pre-Primary school program across 90+ branches of Orchids International Schools. This...

  • Early Years HRT

    6 days ago

    Bengaluru, Karnataka, India Neev Academy Full time ₹ 2,00,000 - ₹ 6,00,000 per year

    Job Description:Besides being a great teacher• Educate students by planning and implementing lessons according to Neev EarlyYears curriculum guidelines and school requirements.• Engage with children as facilitators, supporters and guides for building skills anddispositions.• Tailor and differentiate methods, strategies and lessons to meet the...

  • Part time- Early Years Teacher

    1 week ago

    Bengaluru, Karnataka, India Openhouse Full time ₹ 30,000 - ₹ 90,000 per year

    About usAt Openhouse, we are building a network of premium play based learning centres across Bangalore. Our learning centres offer preschool, childcare and co-curricular activities for ages 1-10 years. We believe that modern parents are seeking professionally run schools that are child-centric, have quality infrastructure and follow global pedagogies.Our...

  • Preschool Head Teacher

    2 days ago

    Bengaluru, Karnataka, India Openhouse Full time ₹ 4,80,000 - ₹ 6,00,000 per year

    About usAt Openhouse, we are building a network of premium play based learning centres across Bangalore. Our learning centres offer preschool, childcare and co-curricular activities for ages 1-10 years. We believe that modern parents are seeking professionally run schools that are child-centric, have quality infrastructure and follow global pedagogies.Our...

  • Head of Engineering

    2 weeks ago

    Bengaluru, Karnataka, India, Karnataka Peak XV Partners Full time

    One of our fintech portfolio is looking for a seasoned engineering leader with both technical depth and strategic vision — analytical, selfdriven, and equally strong at building and managing to scale a world-class SaaS product.What will you get to work on?As a member of the core engineering leadership team, you will:● Work with the founders in...