Center In-Charge – Preschool
Location: Madipakkam, Chennai
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: ₹10,000 – ₹20,000 per month
About the Role
We are looking for a responsible, organised, energetic, and child-friendly Center In-Charge to manage the day-to-day operations of our preschool. The ideal candidate should have good communication skills, leadership ability, and a genuine passion for working with young children.
Key Responsibilities1. Center Operations
- Manage the daily operations of the preschool smoothly.
- Ensure classrooms and the entire center are clean, safe, organised, and child-friendly.
- Monitor daily attendance of children and staff.
- Ensure the center follows school policies, routines, and schedules.
- Coordinate opening and closing of the center.
2. Staff Management
- Supervise teachers and support staff.
- Allocate duties and monitor staff performance.
- Ensure teachers follow lesson plans, classroom routines, and activity schedules.
- Support teachers with classroom management and activity planning.
- Conduct regular staff meetings and provide feedback.
3. Parent Communication
- Maintain positive and professional relationships with parents.
- Address parent queries, feedback, and concerns promptly.
- Communicate important updates regarding school activities, events, and children.
- Coordinate parent meetings and orientations when required.
4. Child Care & Safety
- Ensure the safety, hygiene, and well-being of every child.
- Monitor children during arrival, departure, activities, and playtime.
- Maintain proper records related to children, including attendance and emergency/allergy information.
- Handle minor incidents appropriately and inform parents/management when required.
5. Admissions & Center Growth
- Support the admissions process and conduct center visits for prospective parents.
- Explain the preschool's programs, activities, facilities, and policies to parents.
- Follow up with prospective parents and enquiries.
- Support local marketing and promotional activities.
- Maintain good relationships with parents and the local community.
6. Administration & Reporting
- Maintain daily records, registers, and center documentation.
- Prepare regular reports for management.
- Monitor classroom materials, teaching aids, stationery, and other requirements.
- Coordinate procurement and ensure materials are available when needed.
- Escalate important operational issues to management promptly.
Requirements
- Graduate preferred; candidates with relevant preschool/early childhood experience will be preferred.
- 2–5 years of experience in preschool administration, teaching, coordination, or center management preferred.
- Good English and Tamil communication skills.
- Strong leadership and people-management skills.
- Good organisational and problem-solving abilities.
- Comfortable communicating with parents and handling enquiries.
- Basic computer knowledge.
- Should be caring, approachable, responsible, and presentable.
- Passion for working with young children is essential.
Working Hours
Full-Time – As per preschool working schedule
Preferred Candidate
A candidate who can independently manage the center, motivate teachers, communicate confidently with parents, ensure smooth daily operations, and contribute to the overall growth of the preschool.
Pay: ₹10,000.00 - ₹20,000.00 per month
Work Location: In person
