Preschool Coordinator

Job Summary:

The Pre-School Coordinator & Admission Counselor is a dual-role position that combines academic leadership in the preschool section with active participation in the schools admission process. The role ensures smooth day-to-day functioning of preschool operations, while also guiding prospective parents through the admission journey—maintaining both high-quality early childhood education standards and strong enrollment growth.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Preschool Coordination

Academic Planning & Implementation

• Design and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum and lesson plans.
• Guide teachers in delivering high-quality early childhood programs.
• Ensure classrooms are child-centric, safe, and aligned with early learning goals.
• Monitor and assess student progress and learning outcomes.

Teacher Supervision & Support

• Recruit, train, and mentor preschool teachers and assistants.
• Conduct regular classroom observations and teacher evaluations.
• Facilitate workshops, training, and professional development sessions.
• Encourage collaboration, creativity, and innovation among the teaching team.

Student Support & Welfare

• Ensure the physical, emotional, and cognitive well-being of all children.
• Maintain child observation and assessment records.
• Coordinate with special educators or counselors when needed.

Parent Engagement

• Maintain regular communication with parents on student development.
• Organize orientations, PTMs, and parenting workshops.
• Handle parent concerns empathetically and effectively.

2. Admission Counseling

Prospective Parent Engagement

• Serve as the first point of contact for preschool admission inquiries.
• Conduct campus tours, one-on-one meetings, and information sessions.
• Explain the school's philosophy, curriculum, and policies to prospective families.

Enrollment Process Management

• Manage the end-to-end admission process from inquiry to enrollment.
• Maintain accurate records of inquiries, follow-ups, and admission conversions.
• Coordinate with the admissions team and administration for interviews, documentation, and onboarding.

Marketing & Outreach

• Collaborate with the marketing team for preschool promotions and campaigns.
• Represent the school at education fairs, local events, and online platforms.
• Maintain a strong understanding of market trends and parent expectations.

Retention & Relationship Building

• Help nurture a welcoming school environment that encourages parent referrals and high retention.
• Identify and address any parent concerns that could affect ongoing enrollment.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Education, Psychology, or a related field (Master's preferred).
• 3–5 years of relevant experience in early years education, with at least 1–2 years in a leadership or counseling/admissions role.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask between academic and administrative duties.
• Proficiency in using digital tools (CRM, MS Office, school management systems).
• Fluent in English and [local language, if required].

Key Attributes:

• Passionate about early childhood education.
• Warm, approachable, and confident when speaking with parents.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and efficient.
• Strategic thinker with a problem-solving attitude.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage timelines.