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Senior Manager – School Quality & Academic Development, Sathrota,

On-site, Work must be performed in or near Sathrota, Gujarat, India
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  • Details

    Job Type:
    Full Time
    Start Date:
    September 11, 2026
    Application Deadline:
    September 11, 2026
    Education:
    4-Year Degree Required
    Experience Level:
    Mid-level
    Salary:
    INR 1,000,000 - 1,400,000 / year
    Cause Areas:
    Children & Youth, Community Development, Economic Development, Education, Philanthropy

    Description

    Location: Sathrota, Gujarat, India

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

    Experience: 5- 8 years

    Salary: 10- 14 LPA

    Note: Fluency in both Gujarati (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:

      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.
      1. 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.

        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.

        Hiring process:

        Step 1: Pre-Work (Time-bound – 8 hours)

        Step 2: Technical Interview

        Step 3: Interview with the CEO

        Level of Language Proficiency

        HINDI ENGLISH

        Location

        On-site
        Vadodara, Gujarat 390001, India
        Sathrota

        How to Apply

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