Head of Institution (HOI) – Pedagogy & Academic Leadership

Presidency School Bengaluru

About the Role

Presidency School is looking for an experienced and dynamic Head of Institution (HOI) to provide academic leadership with a strong focus on pedagogy, curriculum implementation, teaching-learning practices, and overall school development.

The ideal candidate will be an accomplished academic leader with a strong understanding of modern pedagogical practices, curriculum frameworks, teacher development, and academic excellence.

Key Responsibilities

- Provide strategic academic and pedagogical leadership to the school.
- Drive the effective implementation of the school's academic vision, curriculum, and learning objectives.
- Lead and strengthen teaching-learning methodologies and classroom practices across grades.
- Mentor, guide, and develop teachers to improve instructional effectiveness and student outcomes.
- Conduct regular classroom observations, academic reviews, and teacher feedback sessions.
- Develop and implement academic improvement plans based on learning outcomes and school performance data.
- Ensure effective curriculum planning, lesson planning, assessments, remediation, and enrichment programmes.
- Promote experiential, inquiry-based, activity-based, and student-centric learning.
- Lead teacher training, Continuous Professional Development (CPD), workshops, and academic mentoring initiatives.
- Monitor student learning outcomes and implement appropriate interventions wherever required.
- Collaborate with Academic Heads, Coordinators, teachers, counsellors, and other stakeholders to ensure academic consistency.
- Encourage the use of technology and innovative pedagogical practices in teaching and learning.
- Ensure academic processes and practices are aligned with CBSE/Board requirements and institutional standards.




- Foster a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, collaboration, and academic excellence.
- Support the Principal/Management in strategic academic planning and institutional development.
- Maintain strong engagement with parents and address academic concerns professionally.
- Contribute to the overall development of students beyond academics, including 21st-century skills, values, life skills, and holistic development.

Candidate Profile

- Master's Degree in Education or a relevant subject; B. Ed./M. Ed. preferred.
- 15+ years of experience in school education, with substantial experience in academic/pedagogical leadership.
- Prior experience as Principal / Vice Principal / Head of School / Academic Head / Curriculum Head / HOI will be preferred.
- Strong expertise in pedagogy, curriculum planning, assessment, teacher development, and academic quality management.
- Proven ability to lead and mentor large teaching teams.
- Solid knowledge of ICSE curriculum and school academic processes.
- Excellent communication, presentation, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to drive change, manage stakeholders, and build a high-performing academic culture.
- Passion for education and commitment to student-centric learning and academic excellence.

Key Competencies

Academic Leadership | Pedagogy | Curriculum Development | Teacher Mentoring | Instructional Leadership | Assessment & Learning Outcomes | Academic Quality | Team Leadership | Stakeholder Management | School Improvement | Innovation in Education

Location

Presidency School Banashankari, Bengaluru

Position

Head of Institution (HOI) – Pedagogy & Academic Leadership

Interested candidates may apply with their updated CV highlighting their academic leadership and pedagogical experience.

📌 Principal (Bengaluru)
🏢 Presidency Group Of Institutions - India
📍 Bengaluru