Academic Coordinator at Peepul | Delhi Jobs

Peepul

peepul (1).jpeg Peepul is an education focused non profit working with governments to strengthen India's public education system at scale. It partners with national, state, and local governments to improve teaching, leadership, and school effectiveness. Peepul currently works with governments in Delhi and Madhya Pradesh, reaching over 6.6 million students, 273,000 teachers, and more than 90,000 schools, with recognition including the Commonwealth Education Award for Innovation.

Role

This role leads academic excellence and daily functioning at one of Peepul's three Exemplar Schools in Delhi, the organization's original intervention launched in 2015 through a partnership with the South Delhi Municipal Corporation. The Academic Coordinator drives student learning outcomes through teacher coaching, curriculum design, student support, and close collaboration with government school leadership.

Responsibilities

Coach and mentor teachers through classroom observations, feedback, and training, and design training modules based on classroom needs and data
Monitor teacher attendance, instructional quality, and student assessment data to guide interventions and support
Take ownership of at least one subject as a primary teaching responsibility, stepping in to teach or cover classes when needed
Support curriculum documentation, alignment, and best practice sharing across the school network
Lead pastoral care, promote holistic student development, and ensure inclusive practices for students with special educational needs
Ensure students meet or exceed grade level progress, and drive enrollment, attendance, and retention targets
Plan, administer, and review student assessments, following Child Protection Policy at all times
Co-manage school operations with the government school principal, including academic calendars, timetables, and staff performance
Build a positive school culture and strong relationships with parents, community members, and other stakeholders
Maintain relationships with government officials and support their capacity building
Oversee day to day school functioning, coordinate school visits, and liaise with Community Officers for smooth operations

Requirements

B.Ed, B.El.Ed, NTT, or alumni of academic fellowships like Teach for India preferred
Minimum 5 years of experience, including at least 2 years of classroom teaching
Experience in urban, diverse, low income school contexts preferred
Strong leadership and curriculum or pedagogical coaching skills
Strong stakeholder management abilities
Adaptable and resilient approach to work
Fluent in English and Hindi