Area Manager

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Company Description Next Education, founded in 2007 and headquartered in Hyderabad, India, is a leading SaaS-based provider of end-to-end education solutions for the K–12 sector. The company’s innovative, technology-driven products like TeachNext, NextLab, and NextCurriculum serve over 18,000 schools, 240,000 teachers, and 12 million students across India and the Middle East. Mapped to CBSE, ICSE, and 29 state boards in 7 major Indian languages, these solutions integrate 2D/3D animation, cutting-edge design principles, and compliance with modern education standards. Next Education is committed to advancing 21st-century skills and providing a personalized learning experience through its integrated SaaS platform, Next Learning Platform. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the implementation of Next Education’s academic programs across assigned schools. Conduct teacher training programs, orientations, and academic workshops to ensure high-quality program delivery and adoption. Monitor classroom practices and support schools in effective usage of curriculum, digital content, labs, and assessment tools. Coordinate the delivery, availability, and utilization of textbooks, teaching aids, digital resources, and lab materials. Ensure smooth execution of assessments, ERP systems, academic reporting, and compliance processes. Build and maintain strong relationships with school leadership, teachers, and internal academic and operations teams. Track program performance, identify implementation gaps, handle escalations, and provide timely solutions. Conduct academic audits, classroom observations, and data analysis to drive continuous academic improvement. Share regular reports, insights, and feedback with internal stakeholders to support strategic decision-making. Desired Skills & CompetenciesStrong communication, presentation, and facilitation skills. Proven experience in teacher training, academic operations, curriculum implementation, or school program management. High level of comfort with technology, ERP systems, and digital classroom tools. Ability to manage multiple schools, stakeholders, and priorities effectively. Strong problem-solving skills with a data-driven and solution-oriented approach. Educational Qualifications Graduate/Postgraduate in Education, Science, or a related field (preferred). Relevant certifications in education, training, or academic leadership will be an added advantage. Additional Requirements Mandatory travel (60%–80%) for regular school visits across the assigned area. Must own a laptop and an Android mobile phone for official work.