Program Lead (Academics & Pedagogy)

Program Lead (Academics and Pedagogy)

At Amra, our focus is the intentional and evidence-based development of children during their most formative years (0-6years). We are currently operating a successful pilot center in Hyderabad and are beginning to expand. We are seeking a Program Lead to oversee our academic standards and pedagogical integrity as we scale. This is a role for a seasoned educator who remains calm under the pressure of growth and leads through a deep, evidence-based understanding of child development.

Core Responsibilities

1. Pedagogical Stewardship

• Maintain and refine the curriculum framework for all age groups, ensuring it aligns with international best practices in early childhood education.
• Establish quality benchmarks for classroom environments and child-led learning.
• Conduct objective observations and provide reflective feedback to facilitators to maintain a high standard of care and instruction.

2. Team Development & Mentorship

• Support and develop a team of facilitators, fostering a culture of professional curiosity and continuous improvement.
• Design and lead internal workshops that bridge the gap between academic research and daily classroom practice.
• Act as a stable point of reference for the teaching team during the transition to a multi-campus model.

3. Strategic Framework Development

• Work alongside the Founders to translate our educational philosophy into practice across various locations
• Assist in the recruitment and training of academic leads for future campuses to ensure consistency of quality.

4. Stakeholder Insight

• Partner with the Program Manager to translate academic progress into meaningful stories for parents.
• Contribute expert insights to the Communications Lead for social media, workshops, and thought-leadership content.

Professional Requirements

• Academic Background: A Masters degree or equivalent specialization in Early Childhood Education, Educational Leadership, or Child Psychology.
• Proven Experience: A minimum of 5 years in the early years sector, with a track record of leading teams and managing educational outcomes.
• Temperament: A composed, analytical approach to problem-solving and a natural ability to mentor others with patience and clarity.
• Strategic Thinking: The ability to see the "big picture" while ensuring the smallest details of a single classroom are perfect.

About Amra Circle

Amra is an early childhood care and education facility nurturing children and families. We champion the early years (0- 6 years) through a thoughtfully designed program focused on the needs of individual children.

Our purpose-built space provides children with individualised play opportunities and parents with an ecosystem to empower them in their parenting journey.The founding team consists of experts with extensive experience in operating a network of 120+ schools and 35,000 students.

Amra was created so families have a place to feel empowered and nurtured during the parenting journey.We are committed to defining the standards for the early years in India.

Philosophy

• We believe that every child is unique and deserves to have appropriate, individualised support in all environments
• We believe in equipping parents and carers with the best information and tools to nurture the overall development of a child
• We believe in creating opportunities for parents to harness the power of a community that is invested in the wellbeing and growth of children

Why Join Us?

• Be a founding member of a team dedicated to the early years
• Direct influence over the pedagogical direction of a growing brand.
• A culture that values research and innovation,
• To join our team, please email your resume to Reach out for any further details.