Senior Manager – School Quality & Academic Development, Sathrota, Gujarat

Senior Manager – School Quality & Academic Development, Sathrota, Gujarat
Experience: 5- 8 years
Salary: 10- 14 LPA

Note: Fluency in both Gujarati and English (written and spoken) is mandatory

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About the Role:

We are looking for a passionate education leader to drive school transformation under a School Quality Enhancement Program. The role focuses on improving learning outcomes, strengthening instructional quality, building a positive school culture, and ensuring effective school operations within a government school setting.

The selected candidate will lead school development, support and coach teachers, engage with community stakeholders, and work towards delivering a high-quality learning experience for every student.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Academic Leadership & School Management

• Develop and implement the School Development Plan and academic strategy.
• Set ambitious goals for student achievement and drive continuous improvement.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and high-performance school culture.
• Lead and manage the school team, ensuring accountability and professional growth.
• Drive student enrollment and strengthen community participation.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with parents, local leaders, and education stakeholders.

2. Instructional Coaching & Teacher Development

• Support teachers in setting student learning goals and improving classroom practice.
• Conduct classroom observations and provide actionable feedback.
• Facilitate professional development sessions and coaching cycles.
• Monitor student progress and use data to inform instructional decisions.
• Develop individualized growth plans for teachers and staff.

3. Operations & Administration

• Oversee school operations, administration, infrastructure, compliance, and data systems.
• Manage annual budgets and resource allocation effectively.
• Ensure timely reporting and adherence to government requirements.
• Coordinate with education officials and external stakeholders to strengthen implementation.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in any discipline; Master's degree preferred.
• 5–8 years of professional experience, including at least 5 years of working directly with schools, teachers, students, or education programs.
• Fluency in Gujarati and English (written and spoken) is mandatory.
• Proven experience in leading and managing high-performing teams.
• Demonstrated success in program design, execution, monitoring, evaluation, and achieving measurable outcomes.
• Experience in school improvement, teacher development, instructional coaching, or education reform programs is preferred.
• Familiarity with government school systems and community engagement processes.
• Experience managing budgets, operations, stakeholder relationships, and administrative functions.
• Comfortable using technology and AI-enabled tools to enhance productivity, planning, and decision-making.

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Hiring Note: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. This job is first posted on June 11, 2026 on Ground Zero

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