Center Head

Ez Roots; Chengalpattu; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Ez Roots Centre in Tamil Nadu seeks an experienced Centre Head to manage preschool operations, uphold academic standards, lead the teaching team, and nurture strong parent relationships.

The role emphasizes curriculum oversight, staff development, admissions, safety, and community outreach to ensure high-quality early education.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in any discipline; ECE or Montessori qualification preferred.
• 3-5 years in preschool administration, academic coordination, or centre management.
• Leadership experience in a preschool or kindergarten preferred.
• Excellent communication, leadership, problem-solving and organisational skills.
• Proficient in documentation and reporting; good computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day functioning of the preschool.
• Ensure compliance with policies, child safety procedures and regulations.
• Manage admissions, enrolments, attendance and student records.
• Monitor infrastructure, classroom readiness, hygiene and safety.
• Supervise curriculum implementation and teaching quality.
• Conduct classroom observations and provide feedback to teachers.
• Monitor children's developmental progress and learning outcomes.
• Organise academic activities, events and parent engagement programmes.
• Recruit, onboard, train and supervise staff.
• Prepare staff schedules and monitor attendance and performance.
• Conduct team meetings and support professional development.
• Maintain a positive, collaborative and accountable work environment.
• Drive admissions, enrolment targets and parent retention.
• Coordinate fee follow-ups and maintain administrative records.
• Prepare operational reports and communicate updates to management.
• Support local marketing initiatives and community outreach activities.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

ECE or Montessori qualification preferred

Tools

MS Word/Excel

Job description

Position: Centre Head Preschool

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced, responsible, and proactive Centre Head to manage the overall operations of the preschool, ensure academic excellence, lead the teaching team, and maintain strong relationships with parents.

Key Responsibilities:

Centre Operations

• Oversee the day-to-day functioning of the preschool.
• Ensure compliance with school policies, child safety procedures, and applicable regulations.
• Manage admissions, enrolments, attendance, and student records.
• Monitor infrastructure, classroom readiness, hygiene, and safety standards.

Academic Leadership

• Supervise curriculum implementation and teaching quality.
• Conduct classroom observations and provide feedback to teachers.
• Monitor children's developmental progress and learning outcomes.
• Organise academic activities, celebrations, events, and parent engagement programmes.

Staff Management

• Recruit, onboard, train, and supervise teaching and support staff.
• Prepare staff schedules and monitor attendance and performance.
• Conduct team meetings and support professional development.
• Maintain a positive, collaborative, and accountable work environment.

Parent Relationship Management

• Address parent enquiries, feedback, and concerns professionally.
• Conduct parent meetings and developmental progress discussions.
• Maintain regular communication with parents to build trust and satisfaction.

Administration & Business Development

• Drive admissions, enrolment targets, and parent retention.
• Coordinate fee follow-ups and maintain accurate administrative records.
• Prepare operational reports and communicate updates to management.
• Support local marketing initiatives and community outreach activities.

Eligibility & Skills:

• Qualification: Bachelor's degree in any discipline; early childhood education or Montessori qualification preferred.
• Experience: 3-5 years in preschool administration, academic coordination, or centre management.
• Previous leadership experience in a preschool or kindergarten is preferred.
• Excellent communication, leadership, problem-solving, and organisational skills.
• Good computer skills and proficiency in documentation and reporting.
• Strong commitment to child safety, parent satisfaction, and quality education.