Academic Head
- Preschool & Daycare Reports To: Management Job SummaryThe Academic Head is responsible for ensuring high-quality curriculum delivery, teacher effectiveness, child development, safety compliance, and smooth academic operations, while delivering a consistent and positive parent experience. Key Responsibility Areas (KRAs)

Responsibilities:
1: Academic Excellence & Curriculum Delivery
• Plan and implement the curriculum of Preschool & Daycare (Playway / Montessori/ other intelligence).
• Ensure structured lesson planning (annual → monthly → weekly).
• Monitor classroom delivery through observations.
• Standard lesson plan format followed across classes
• Teaching aids & materials checklist maintained
• Daily classroom readiness checklist
• 100% lesson plan adherence
• Monthly classroom observation scores
• Activity execution quality
• Tabs on current trends into curriculums, activities and planner. 2: Teacher Performance & TrainingResponsibilities:
• Train teachers on phonics, storytelling, classroom management.
• Conduct demo sessions and performance reviews.
• Mentor recent hires and ensure onboarding readiness.
• Monthly training calendar
• Teacher evaluation format (monthly/quarterly)
• Classroom observation tracker
• Training hours per teacher
• Improvement in observation scores 3: Child Development & AssessmentResponsibilities:
• Track developmental milestones.
• Ensure assessments (portfolios, reports) are updated.
• Identify and address learning gaps.
• Child assessment format
• Portfolio checklist
• Progress report timelines
• 100% assessment completion
• Milestone tracking accuracy
• Parent satisfaction on child progress 4: Parent Communication & ExperienceResponsibilities:
• Conduct orientations, PTMs, and academic sessions.
• Handle parent concerns related to academics.
• PTM schedule & format
• Parent communication guidelines
• Escalation matrix




• Checking each feedback and address parents accordingly
• Parent satisfaction score
• Complaint resolution TAT
• PTM completion rate 5: Safety & Child Protection (CRITICAL)

Responsibilities:
• Ensure classrooms comply with child safety standards.
• Train staff on emergency response and child safety.
• Monitor child supervision at all times.
• First Aid box availability & audit
• CCTV monitoring compliance
• Entry-exit child handover protocol
• Emergency drill (fire/evacuation)
• Zero safety incidents
• 100% safety audit compliance
• Staff trained on safety protocols 6: Infrastructure & Classroom Readiness

Responsibilities:
• Ensure classrooms are designed as stimulating, child-centric learning environments that promote exploration, creativity, and independent learning.
• Align classroom setup with curriculum themes, learning objectives, and developmental milestones.
• Guide teachers in using learning corners (literacy, numeracy, sensory, dramatic play, art) effectively.
• Ensure availability and rotation of age-appropriate Teaching-Learning Materials (TLMs).
• Integrate experiential and play-based learning through classroom setup and activities.
• Maintain balance between structured and free-play zones within the classroom.
• Ensure visual displays (walls, boards) are meaningful, interactive, and child-created rather than decorative.
• Support inclusive classroom practices for different learning styles and needs.
• Classroom environment checklist (learning corners, accessibility, engagement level)
• Monthly TLM planner and rotation tracker




• Display guidelines (theme-based, child work, concept reinforcement)
• Activity readiness checklist (materials prepared in advance)
• Observation checklist for classroom engagement & child participation
• Classroom environment quality score (based on observation audits)
• % of classrooms with functional learning corners
• TLM usage and rotation effectiveness
• Child engagement levels during observations
• Alignment of classroom setup with curriculum themes 7: Compliance & DocumentationResponsibilities:
• Maintain academic records and audit readiness.
• Ensure compliance with internal and regulatory standards.
• Academic documentation checklist
• Audit readiness score
• Documentation accuracy
• Zero compliance gaps 8: Admin Coordination & Operations SupportResponsibilities:
• Ensure smooth day-to-day functioning.
• Substitute teacher planning
• Front desk training for academic queries
• Daily reporting formats
• No class disruption due to staff absence
• Admin coordination efficiency 9: Academic Events & Calendar
• Plan and execute events such as Parent’s Orientation, Annual Day, Sports Day, and theme activities and any other academic related event.
• Ensure activities support learning objectives
• Event execution quality
• Participation and feedback Overall Performance Metrics
• Academic Quality Score
• Teacher Performance Index
• Parent Satisfaction Score
• Safety & Compliance Score
• Infrastructure Readiness Score
• Qualifications & ExperienceGraduate + ECCEd / Montessori (Mandatory)
• B.
Ed (Preferred)
• 5–8 years preschool experience
• 5-6 years in academic leadership  Key Competencies
• Early childhood pedagogy expertise
• Team management and coaching
• Parent handling and communication
• Planning and execution
• Strong compliance and attention to detail

📌 Academic Head (Mumbai)
🏢 Happy minds international
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