PRE-PRIMARY SCHOOL VICE PRINCIPAL
Company: Narayana Group of Schools
Description
Full job description
Looking for the Pre- Primary Vice Principal with good communication Skills & Prior experience in the relevant field
1. Educational Qualifications:
Master’s Degree in Early Childhood Education (ECE), Child Development, Education, or related fields. A Master's degree in Educational Leadership or Administration can be an advantage.
Bachelor’s in Education (B.Ed) is usually required, and a specialization in Pre-Primary Education or Nursery Teacher Training (NTT) is often preferred.
Additional qualifications such as Diploma in Early Childhood Education (D.E.C.Ed.) or Montessori training can be highly valued.
2. Experience:
A minimum of 5-7 years of experience in teaching at the Pre-Primary level, with at least 2-3 years in a leadership or management role (such as a coordinator, supervisor, or senior teacher).
Experience in handling the emotional and developmental needs of young children is critical.
Familiarity with the CBSE curriculum (or other early childhood education frameworks) and understanding its application for young learners.
3. Skills and Competencies:
Leadership skills: Ability to manage and motivate a team of teachers and staff to ensure a high standard of teaching and care.
Strong communication skills: Ability to communicate effectively with parents, staff, and young children in a supportive and engaging manner.
Understanding of child psychology and development: An in-depth understanding of how young children learn, grow, and develop, both cognitively and emotionally.
Ability to manage the day-to-day administration of the pre-primary section, including organizing timetables, coordinating activities, and ensuring smooth functioning of the classroom environment.
Conflict resolution skills: Ability to handle issues related to children, parents, and staff with care and professionalism.
Technological proficiency: Familiarity with educational tools and platforms for young learners and administrative purposes.
4. Personal Qualities:
Empathy and patience: A nurturing attitude towards young children and an understanding approach to their developmental needs.
Creativity and innovation: Ability to create engaging and age-appropriate learning environments and activities.
Organizational skills: Ability to multitask and manage various aspects of pre-primary education, from academic planning to classroom behavior.
Strong problem-solving skills: Handling classroom challenges, both academic and behavioral, in a calm and efficient manner.
5. Additional Requirements:
Fluency in English is generally expected, as CBSE schools often use English as the primary language of instruction.
Familiarity with modern teaching tools, especially those used for early childhood education (e.g., play-based learning, sensory activities, interactive methods).
Age restrictions (typically up to 30-45 years), depending on the school’s policies.
Familiarity with parent-teacher communication and engagement strategies.
First aid certification and an understanding of child health and safety protocols are sometimes required.
6. Responsibilities:
Assisting the Principal in managing the pre-primary section, ensuring that the teaching and learning process is child-centered and developmentally appropriate.
Overseeing the daily operations of the pre-primary classrooms, ensuring that all teachers and staff are performing their duties effectively.
Managing and mentoring the teaching staff, providing professional development and training.
Engaging with parents, addressing their concerns, and organizing regular parent-teacher meetings to discuss children’s progress.
Ensuring that all policies, regulations, and safety protocols are followed in the pre-primary section.
Creating a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment for young children.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: ₹25,000.00 - ₹35,000.00 per month
Work Location: In person
Education Qualification
Master’s Degree in Early Childhood Education (ECE), Child Development, Education
Required Skills and Abilities
Strong problem-solving skills: Handling classroom challenges, both academic and behavioral, in a calm and efficient manner.
Primary Responsibilities
Assisting the Principal in managing the pre-primary section, ensuring that the teaching and learning process is child-centered and developmentally appropriate.
Overseeing the daily operations of the pre-primary classrooms, ensuring that all teachers and staff are performing their duties effectively.
Managing and mentoring the teaching staff, providing professional development and training.
Engaging with parents, addressing their concerns, and organizing regular parent-teacher meetings to discuss children’s progress.
Ensuring that all policies, regulations, and safety protocols are followed in the pre-primary section.
Creating a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment for young children.