Head Teacher | Pre Primary- Koregaon Park(Pune)

The Millennium School; Koregaon Park; On-site; INR 4,50,000 - 6,75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Maharashtra seeks a dedicated Head Teacher to lead a preschool classroom focused on inquiry and emotional intelligence. The ideal candidate will have at least 7 years of lead teaching experience, a bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, and a commitment to holistic learning. This role demands strong communication skills, the ability to mentor staff, and dedication to fostering partnerships with families to support child development.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of lead teaching experience in a preschool environment.
• Experience in curriculum execution and family engagement.
• Strong grounding in inquiry-led pedagogies.

Responsibilities

• Lead classroom culture and implement the curriculum.
• Mentor assistant teachers and foster collaboration.
• Engage families through communication and events.
• Maintain a safe and inclusive classroom environment.

Skills

Inquiry-led pedagogies

Communication skills

Coaching and mentoring

Tech-savvy

Holistic education advocacy

Reflective mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education

Diploma/Postgraduate Certificate in Montessori or related fields

Job description

Role & responsibilities

Position: Head Teacher

Location: Pune, Maharashtra Type: Full-time, On-site

Role Overview

The Head Teacher is not just an educator, they are an architect of inspired learning, a mentor to peers, and a trusted partner to families. This role holds the responsibility of leading a dynamic classroom where inquiry, empathy, and excellence thrive. With deep knowledge of early childhood pedagogy and an unwavering commitment to child-centred practices, the Head Teacher ensures that every day becomes a meaningful step in a childs lifelong learning journey.

Key Responsibilities

Curriculum Implementation & Classroom Leadership Design and deliver engaging, brain-responsive, and developmentally aligned lesson plans, tailored to individual child needs and interests.

Create a classroom culture that reflects joyful learning, purposeful exploration, and values-centred teaching.

Embed inquiry-based learning, storytelling, and multisensory strategies into daily routines.

Integrate opportunities for creative expression, movement, language, numeracy, and socio-emotional growth.

Team Mentorship & Collaboration Lead and guide assistant teachers and caregivers through regular planning, modeling, and feedback.

Foster a culture of reflection, open communication, and shared ownership within the classroom team.

Observation, Assessment & Documentation Conduct ongoing observations, formative assessments, and learning documentation.

Maintain child portfolios that highlight progress across developmental domains.

Prepare progress reports and lead goal-setting conversations with families.

Family Engagement & Partnership Build strong, trusting relationships with parents through regular communication, PTMs, and learning showcases.

Collaborate with families to co-create strategies that support holistic child development at home and school.

Environment & Safety Stewardship Ensure the classroom is an aesthetically pleasing, safe, and inclusive space that aligns with our design ethos.

Uphold all health, hygiene, and safeguarding protocols with consistency and care.

Professional Learning & Advocacy Actively participate in training sessions, curriculum reviews, and learning communities.

Represent in school tours, open houses, and public forums with professionalism and warmth.

Required Qualifications & Educational Background

1. Bachelors degree (minimum) in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Education, or a related field.

2. Diploma/Postgraduate Certificate in Montessori, NTT, ECCE, or Waldorf/Regio-inspired methodologies is preferred.

3. 7+ years of lead teaching experience in a high-quality preschool or early years environment.

4. Proven experience in curriculum execution, classroom leadership, and family engagement.

Desired Skills & Professional Proficiencies

1. Strong grounding in neuroscience-backed, inquiry-led pedagogies.

2. Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.

3. Ability to coach and mentor peers while upholding high professional standards.

4. Tech-savvy with comfort in using apps for planning, documentation, and parent communication.

5. Enthusiastic advocate for holistic education, emotional intelligence, and character-building.

6. Adaptive thinker with a reflective mindset and a passion for continuous improvement.

7. Awareness of safety standards, child protection norms, and inclusive learning strategies.