Job ID: 298204

Lead Educator & Program Builder

Umang - A Democratic School

Location: Sonipat, Panipat, Haryana

Apply by: 30 Jul 2026

Relevant Sectors

Social, Gender, Education, Youth, Child

* Lead Educator & Program Builder (Primary School)
Reimagining Education in Rural Haryana
* Location: Ganaur (Sonipat) & Rakshera (Panipat), Haryana
* Type: Full-time | 2–3 years of relevant experience
* Deadline: October 30, 2025
* Salary: ?5–7 LPA (based on experience)

* About Umang Democratic School
Umang is Haryana’s first community-led democratic school — a pioneering space where
students, teachers, and families co-create education.
We believe in:
* Student agency & democratic participation
* Experiential, nature-inspired learning
* Socio-emotional development & inclusivity
* Education as community transformation
Our philosophy — “Jano, Jago, Jagao” (Reflection – Action – Transformation) — is about
learning that begins with awareness, grows through reflection, and comes alive through
meaningful action.
Currently, Umang runs early years and primary programs and is on a five-year journey to build a
network of community-led democratic schools across rural Haryana.
We work with children, families, and communities to create learning experiences rooted in
participation, curiosity, responsibility, and real-world engagement. Our approach brings together
experiential learning, social-emotional development, nature-based education, and community
participation.
* Position Summary
As Lead Educator & Program Builder (Primary Level), you will design, lead, and sustain
Umang’s Primary School Program (Grades K–2).

You will work closely with teachers, children, families, and the leadership team to strengthen
learning experiences and build systems that support long-term program quality.
This role is suited to someone who enjoys building educational programs,curriculum
development, teacher growth, program quality, teachers growth, and working closely with
communities.You’ll ensure that classrooms are vibrant, inclusive, and democratic — spaces
where children learn through real-life experiences, art, nature, and reflection.
This role blends:
* Academic leadership
* Teacher mentoring
* Curriculum design & Assesment
* Community engagement
It’s ideal for someone who values creativity, critical thinking, and the belief that every child can
be a changemaker.
* Reporting & Collaboration
* Reports to: Mukesh, Director – Umang Democratic School
* Leads: Primary Teachers (Grades K–2) & Early Years Assistants
* Collaborates with:
* Academic & Assessment Teams
* Community Engagement Team
* Operations & Admin Team
* Inclusion & Child Well-being Team

Together, these teams create a nurturing ecosystem where children, teachers, and families
learn with and from each other.
* Key Responsibilities
* Program Excellence
* Design experiential curriculum aligned with NCERT/NCF & Umang’s pedagogy.
* Create interdisciplinary unit plans connecting learning to real-life contexts.

* Integrate SEL, arts, and nature-based learning into daily routines.
* Strengthen assessment practices and learning documentation.
* Integrate arts, play, nature, and social-emotional learning into the program.

* Instructional Leadership
* Mentor teachers in lesson design, facilitation, coaching.and assessment.
* Lead cycles of observation, feedback, and reflective practice.
* Strengthen inclusive practices for diverse learners.
* Facilitate professional learning and reflective practice.

* School & Community Leadership
* Build systems for smooth curriculum delivery & school operations.
* Foster a collaborative, democratic culture.
* Engage parents and local communities as partners in learning.

* Who We’re Looking For
* Qualification: M.A. in Education, APU/Teach For India alumnus, or equivalent.
* Experience: 4–5 years in teaching, curriculum design, or academic leadership
(preferably in progressive/alternative schools).
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* Strong grounding in Early Childhood Education, child development & experiential
pedagogy.
* Excellent curriculum design & teacher coaching skills.
* Proficiency in English & Hindi.
* Deep commitment to democratic, inclusive and enjoy working in rural contexts and
learning alongside communities.

* Why Join Umang?
* Shape Haryana’s first democratic primary school model.
* Work in a mission-driven, creative environment that values autonomy & experimentation.
* Live in a vibrant rural community near the Yamuna River — organic food, fresh dairy,
and clean air.
* Access continuous professional development and connect with leading alternative
schools.
* Future Path: After two years, committed educators may grow into long-term leadership
or co-founder roles.

* Equal Opportunity Statement
Umang Democratic School is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome educators from
diverse backgrounds to join our growing community of changemakers.
* Apply Now: umangharyana@gmail.com
* Website: www.umangharyana.org

Job Email ID:

vanalika.n(at)thecircleindia.org