Asst. Centre Head

Kidzonia International Preschool; Pune District; On-site; INR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Kidzonia International Preschool in Pune seeks an Assistant Center Manager to help run daily operations, admissions, academics, staff coordination, and parent engagement. You will support a team in delivering high-quality early childhood education.

Ideal candidates have a Graduate in Early Childhood Education, 2–4 years in preschool operations, and familiarity with CRM Kylas and ERP Kriyo. Strong English and regional language skills (Marathi/Hindi) are preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate in Early Childhood Education, Business Administration, or a related field.
• ECCEd or relevant preschool certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Admissions & Parent Counseling: assist inquiries, tours, follow-ups.
• Academic Support & Classroom Coordination: ensure resources, monitor curriculum.
• Parent Relationship & Communication: be first point of contact in absence of Center Manager.
• Staff Support & Daily Operations: supervise staff, attendance, shift planning.
• Center Operations & Compliance: health, safety protocols, vendor coordination.
• Fee Management & Record Keeping: fee follow-ups, receipts, petty cash.

Skills

Preschool operations

CRM

ERP

Multitasking

Staff coordination

Communication

English + regional language

Education

Graduate in Early Childhood Education

ECCEd certification

Business Administration (related field)

Tools

Kylas CRM

Kriyo ERP

Job description

About Us

Kidzonia’s world is full of meticulously curated learning experiences that encourage children to explore, imagine, and apply, thus shaping their cognitive skills, physical skills, and creativity.

Job Description

The Assistant Center Manager plays a key supporting role in the smooth functioning of the preschool center. This position assists the Center Manager in managing daily operations, admissions, academics, staff coordination, and parent engagement. The role requires strong organizational skills, a proactive mindset, and the ability to support a team in delivering high-quality early childhood education.

Key Responsibilities

• Admissions & Parent Counseling
  • Assist in handling admission inquiries and scheduling school tours.
  • Support parent counseling sessions and follow‑ups to drive enrollments.
  • Maintain and update inquiry data in CRM (Kylas) in coordination with the admissions team.
  • Collaborate with the Field Sales Team for effective lead management.
• Academic Support & Classroom Coordination
  • Ensure teachers have the required resources and support for lesson execution.
  • Monitor classroom activities to ensure implementation of Kidzonia’s curriculum.
  • Assist in organizing academic assessments and documentation.
  • Coordinate with the Academic Team for planning and training sessions.
• Parent Relationship & Communication
  • Serve as the first point of contact for parents in the absence of the Center Manager.
  • Assist in resolving minor parent concerns and escalating critical issues as needed.
  • Ensure timely updates are sent to parents via the ERP system (Kriyo).
  • Support PTMs and feedback collection activities.
• Staff Support & Daily Operations
  • Help in supervising teaching and non‑teaching staff under the direction of the Center Manager.
  • Monitor staff attendance and assist in shift planning and duty allocation.
  • Support new staff onboarding, training coordination, and performance tracking.
  • Assist with staff meetings and maintain communication between teams.
• Center Operations & Compliance
  • Help oversee day‑to‑day centre functioning and report operational issues.
  • Support the implementation of health, hygiene, and safety protocols.
  • Coordinate with vendors and service providers for timely delivery and maintenance.
  • Maintain stock and assist with supply requisitions and inventory management.
• Fee Management & Record Keeping
  • Support the Center Manager in fee follow‑ups and reconciliation.
  • Maintain fee collection records and assist in petty cash handling.
  • Provide parents with fee‑related information and reminders.
• Event & Activity Coordination
  • Assist in planning and executing school events, celebrations, and parent engagement activities.
  • Coordinate logistics and support staff during events to ensure smooth execution.
  • Collaborate with the Marketing Team for on‑ground promotional support.
• Incident Reporting & Conflict Assistance
  • Document and report any student‑related incidents as per SOP.
  • Assist in managing interpersonal issues among staff or minor parent conflicts.
  • Ensure child safety and welfare are prioritised at all times.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Operational & Technical:
  • Good understanding of preschool operations and early childhood education.
  • Working knowledge of CRM (Kylas) and ERP (Kriyo) preferred.
  • Ability to multitask and support multiple functions within the centre.
• People Support & Communication:
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills in English and regional language (Marathi/Hindi preferred).
  • Ability to work collaboratively with staff and support team leadership.
  • Customer service‑oriented with good problem‑solving ability.

Education

Qualifications & Experience:
Graduate in Early Childhood Education, Business Administration, or a related field.
ECCEd or relevant certification in Preschool Education preferred.

Experience

2–4 years of experience in preschool operations or as an academic coordinator, counselor, or senior teacher.
Prior experience assisting in admissions, parent relations, or team coordination is desirable.

Work Environment & Benefits

• Supportive work environment with growth opportunities.
• Hands‑on learning under experienced leadership.
• Competitive salary with potential performance incentives.
• Professional development and training programs.