Head of School - Preparatory [Grades 3 to 7]

Head of School (Grades 3–7)

(A leadership role focusing on high-quality teaching, student achievement, and seamless school transitions)

Position Summary

The Head of School (Grades 3–7) is the academic and administrative leader responsible for ensuring excellent teaching-learning practices, strong curriculum execution, teacher capacity building, and a robust transition framework as students move from Preparatory Stage (Grades 3–5) to Middle School (Grades 6–7) .

The role demands vision, pedagogical expertise, operational leadership, and strong parent partnership skills.

Key Responsibilities

1. Academic Excellence & Student Achievement (Grades 3–7)

Ensure high-quality instructional delivery and academic progress across Grades 3–7.

Monitor subject averages, remedial cycles, student assessments, baseline–EoY growth and SAFAL readiness.

Ensure lesson plan adherence, assessment accuracy, and timely ERP updates.

Strengthen Foundational + Preparatory + Middle School continuity for literacy, numeracy, inquiry-based learning, and competencies aligned with NEP 2020.

2. Curriculum Implementation & Innovation

Lead the curriculum for Grades 3–7 ensuring vertical alignment, interdisciplinary connections, and competency-based learning.

Drive innovative pedagogies : inquiry-based learning, experiential learning, learning analytics, blended learning, project-based learning, and formative assessment strategies.

Ensure 100% compliance with academic calendars, assessment timelines, homework and planner policies.

Lead introduction of tech-enabled learning practices (smartboards, online assessments, flipped classrooms).

3. Transition Leadership (Grade 5 → Grade 6 → Grade 7)

A signature responsibility for this role :

Build a structured transition framework for Grade 5 to 6 and Grade 6 to 7 covering :

Academic alignment and bridging curriculum

Behavioural, socio-emotional, and organisational readiness

Teacher handovers and student profiling

Parent orientation for middle-school expectations

Monitor student adaptation through data, feedback, and interventions.

Conduct orientation workshops for teachers on middle-school academic rigor and learning styles.

4. Staff Development & Capacity Building

Lead a culture of reflection, growth, and accountability among staff.

Conduct classroom observations, feedback sessions, coaching cycles, and annual appraisal discussions.

Ensure minimum training hours, 100% teacher induction completion, and competency-based TPD aligned to NEP 2020.

Support teacher recruitment, demo observations, mentoring, and retention strategies.

5. Student Engagement, Discipline & Well-Being

Ensure strong pastoral care, counselling support, and student engagement initiatives.

Maintain discipline standards with data-based monitoring and timely resolution.

Promote SEE Learning / SEL practices, extracurricular participation, and student leadership programs.

Maintain student safety norms, safeguarding procedures, and behavioural protocols.

6. Parent & Community Partnerships

Establish transparent, positive and collaborative relationships with parents.

Ensure timely communication, PTMs, orientations, and academic updates with 100% compliance.

Resolve parent concerns within SLA timelines and maintain high parent satisfaction scores (85%+).

Represent the school’s academic vision in all parent interactions, both formal and informal.

7. School Operations & Compliance

Lead timetable creation, staffing allocation, roster planning, and smooth day-to-day school operations.

Ensure SOP compliance for safety, discipline, assessment, academic documentation, and ERP usage.

Support admissions interactions and school visibility initiatives (academics, events, outreach).

Lead the annual school development plan for Grades 3–7.

Key Competencies & Skills

Strong academic leadership and ability to drive grade-level academic excellence

Deep knowledge of Preparatory → Middle School progression

Expertise in inquiry-based learning, CBSE expectations, NEP 2020 implementation

Excellent communication, parent engagement, and conflict resolution skills

Strong data-driven decision-making and analytical mindset

High emotional intelligence and ability to mentor teachers effectively

Process orientation and ability to uphold high standards of discipline and professionalism

Ability to build trust, collaboration, and a positive team culture

Essential Qualifications & Experience

Master’s degree + B.Ed from a reputed institute

10+ years of teaching experience; at least 4–5 years in academic / leadership roles

Experience with Grades 3–7 preferred

Proven ability to lead academic teams, manage operations, and drive school outcomes

Strong understanding of CBSE guidelines, competency-based education, and NEP 2020

Ideal Candidate Persona

We are looking for a dynamic instructional leader who is :

Student-centred and passionate about developing thriving learning environments

Skilled in managing transitions between Preparatory and Middle School

Innovative, reflective, and deeply committed to teacher development

Able to inspire trust and build strong relationships with staff, parents, and students

Hands-on, energetic, and aligned with Khaitan’s vision of holistic, joyful learning