Job Opportunity for Faculty- Leadership & Management at Tech Mahindra in Delhi

Overview: We are seeking a passionate and experienced Teacher Educator specializing in School Leadership and Management for our Teacher Education program: Shikshaantar. The role involves preparing and mentoring school leaders in the areas of school leadership, management techniques, and educational administration. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in educational leadership, excellent communication skills, and a deep commitment to enhancing the quality of education.

Job Description:

Teaching

• Conduct workshops, and training sessions on school leadership, educational administration, strategic planning, and effective management techniques with progressive pedagogical and adult learning methodologies.
• Mentor and guide aspiring teachers, providing constructive feedback and support in their professional development.
• Foster a positive and interactive learning environment, encouraging critical thinking and practical application of leadership skills.
• Coordinate with other subject teams for planning and executing the Leadership programs.
• Analyse the feedback on the training programs received from the school heads and other training participants and incorporate it in subsequent training.
• Provide direction for the Leadership program in alignment with the current Educational policies and guidelines e.g.; NEP 2020, NCFTE 2009, etc. 

Curriculum Development

• Develop and update curriculum materials related to school leadership and management in accordance with the latest educational standards and best practices.
• Create engaging and effective learning resources, including lesson plans, presentations, and case studies.
• Develop a detailed program framework, teaching plan, and workshop modules for effective implementation on the basis of a background study of relevant national and international reference material.
• Regularly update the developed resources on the basis of the conducted action research/ primary or secondary research or other academic reading and writing. 

Research and Development

• Develop research-based specialized content and instructions to achieve the workshop goals and objectives.
• Regularly conduct training needs assessment TNA, baseline, and end-line assessments to check the program’s effectiveness.
• Conceptualise, design and conduct research/s on regular basis. Explore the latest methodologies, resources, and approaches in the field of education and the expertise area to enhance the quality and effectiveness of the program modules and other resources.
• Conceptualise and produce academic writings in leadership & management.
• Stay updated with the latest developments and research in the field of school leadership and management.
• Conduct research projects, publish articles, and contribute to the institute’s knowledge base in the domain of educational leadership. 

School Visits and Direct Intervention in Schools

• Regularly observe classroom sessions at various schools to understand the programs’ impact.
• Plan and provide on-site support to selected teachers in schools in the respective subject.
• Intensive engagement with a cohort of teachers to understand the factors required for effective change in teaching practices. 

Documentation and Reporting

• Document and report the progress on the allocated tasks.
• Prepare and submit training reports, classroom observation reports, events, and other reports. 

Other Activities

• Collaborate with teachers, team members, and other TMF members to perform the assigned tasks effectively.
• Contribute to developing and publishing Annual Reports, Newsletters, and other publications.
• Plan, coordinate, and participate in events organized by the Shikshaantar team.
• Participate in staff development activities and workshops which academically relevant for the subject team.
• Any other task assigned by the Program Director, Shikshaantar. 

Desired Skill Sets:

• Proven experience in curriculum development, teacher training, and teacher mentoring.
• Strong knowledge of school leadership theories, management techniques, and educational policies.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to inspire and motivate educators, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.

Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in educational leadership roles, preferably in K-12 schools or educational institutions.