Director - Curiculum Head

3 days ago

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India Velammal Educational Trust (VET) Full time ₹ 15,00,000 - ₹ 60,00,000 per year

Job Title: Director Curriculum (K12, CBSE)

Department: Academics

Location: Corporate Office – Velammal Group of Schools

Reporting To: Chief Executive Officer (CEO) / Academic Director

Job Overview:

The Director – Curriculum will serve as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the K–12 academic framework under the CBSE curriculum. The role requires an accomplished academic leader with a minimum of 15 years of experience in curriculum design, academic planning, and school operations.

The incumbent will be responsible for developing, standardizing, and enhancing the academic framework across all schools in the group, ensuring alignment with CBSE guidelines and 21st-century learning outcomes. The role also demands proven expertise in leading academic teams, teacher development, and curriculum innovation.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Curriculum Design & Development

  • Design, review, and enhance curriculum content across all grades (K–12) in alignment with CBSE standards.
  • Integrate modern pedagogical approaches, experiential learning, and skill-based education.
  • Develop annual academic plans, learning outcomes, and assessment frameworks.

2. Academic Leadership

  • Provide strategic direction to the academic and curriculum development teams.
  • Lead the team of subject coordinators, instructional designers, and academic mentors.
  • Ensure consistent academic delivery and performance across all branches.

3. Teacher Training & Capacity Building

  • Design and conduct professional development programs for teachers and academic coordinators.
  • Develop resource materials, training manuals, and teacher handbooks.
  • Evaluate teaching methodologies and introduce best practices in pedagogy.

4. Quality Assurance & Evaluation

  • Monitor academic implementation across schools through regular audits and feedback mechanisms.
  • Set academic benchmarks and ensure continuous improvement in student outcomes.
  • Coordinate internal academic reviews, inspections, and performance reports.

5. Innovation & Curriculum Integration

  • Introduce technology-driven and interdisciplinary learning methodologies.
  • Incorporate NEP 2020 recommendations and 21st-century skill development into the curriculum.
  • Collaborate with external education experts and institutions for academic innovation.

6. Collaboration & Stakeholder Management

  • Work closely with Principals, Academic Heads, and Department Coordinators to ensure cohesive implementation.
  • Liaise with CBSE officials, accreditation bodies, and educational consultants for compliance and upgrades.
  • Represent the institution at academic forums, conferences, and policy discussions.

Required Skills & Competencies:

  • Strong expertise in K–12 CBSE curriculum design and implementation.
  • In-depth understanding of academic audits, assessments, and NEP 2020.
  • Proven leadership in managing large academic teams and multi-branch institutions.
  • Excellent communication, analytical, and presentation skills.
  • Proficiency in educational technology tools, ERP, and data-driven decision-making.
  • Strategic thinker with a vision for academic excellence and innovation.

Qualification & Experience:

  • Qualification: Master's Degree in Education / Curriculum Design / Educational Leadership (Ph.D. preferred).
  • Experience: Minimum 15 years in the K–12 education sector (CBSE), with at least 5 years in a leadership role.

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