The Foundation Programme Coordinator is responsible for overseeing the academic and administrative activities of the early years and lower primary classes. This role requires a dynamic individual with expertise in curriculum development, teacher training, staff management, admissions, parent management, auditing, solution providing and enhancement of curriculum for better student outcomes. The candidate must have a strong background in early years education, phonics training, Montessori and related educational approaches.
Key Responsibilities include but not limited to:
- Design, implement and continuously improve the curriculum for early years and lower primary classes to ensure it meets educational standards and fosters student development.
- Integrate NEP and NCF guidelines into the curriculum.
- Develop and deliver training programs for teachers, focusing on innovative teaching methods, phonics training, Montessori methods and other early childhood education approaches.
- Regularly review and update the curriculum to enhance student outcomes, incorporating the latest educational research and best practices.
- Recruit, train and manage teaching and administrative staff, ensuring they meet performance standards and provide a high-quality educational experience.
- Oversee the admissions process for early years and lower primary classes, ensuring clear communication with prospective parents and efficient handling of applications.
- Foster strong relationships with parents, addressing their concerns, providing regular updates on student progress and organizing parent-teacher meetings.
- Address and resolve grievances from parents, staff and students in a timely and effective manner.
- Conduct regular audits of academic and administrative processes, identify areas for improvement and implement solutions to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
- Implement and supervise phonics training programs to support literacy development in early years students.
- Integrate Montessori principles and practices into the early years curriculum, creating an engaging and supportive learning environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Education, Early Childhood Education or a related field. A Master's degree is preferred.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in early years education, including experience in curriculum development, teacher training and staff management.
- Strong leadership and organizational skills, excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, proficiency in phonics training and Montessori methods, and a deep understanding of early childhood education principles.
- Relevant certifications in early childhood education, Montessori training and phonics instruction are highly desirable.
Preferred Skills:
- A genuine passion for early childhood education and a commitment to fostering a positive and enriching learning environment.
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to provide effective solutions to academic and administrative challenges.
- Ability to adapt to changing educational needs and environments, demonstrating flexibility and resilience.
- A collaborative approach, with the ability to work effectively with teachers, staff, parents and students.
