Head of Training Academy

Employment Details

Department: Training Academy
Location: Kolkata, West Bengal
Employment Type: Full-Time
Experience Range: 10+ years
Compensation: ₹25–30 LPA

Role Overview

The Training Academy Head will drive the academic vision, curriculum design, and faculty development at India Autism Center. This role is critical in building high-quality curriculum, programs, and workshops, ensuring trainee success and advancing advocacy for the neurodivergent community.

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategy & Academic Leadership

• Design and develop courses, workshops, and learning programs aligned with IAC’s strategic goals and industry best practices
• Contribute to annual academic planning, budgeting, and performance tracking
• Drive long-term academic strategy aligned with organizational mission

2. Academic Planning & Program Delivery

• Develop course schedules and oversee end-to-end program implementation
• Monitor academic progress and make data-driven adjustments for effective delivery
• Allocate mentors based on expertise and evaluate teaching effectiveness
• Ensure high standards in program execution and learner outcomes

3. Faculty & Team Development

• Recruit, mentor, and evaluate faculty and academic staff
• Promote faculty research and professional development in special education
• Build and lead a high-performing academic team

4. Institutional Collaboration

• Lead collaborations for joint programs, accreditation, and credit exchange initiatives
• Work cross-functionally to increase program visibility, especially through communications and social media
• Represent IAC in academic and institutional engagements

5. Trainee Success & Development

• Evaluate trainee progress through structured assessments and feedback systems
• Implement strategies to improve retention, engagement, and graduation rates
• Create an inclusive and supportive learning environment for diverse learners

6. Operations, Governance & Administration

• Manage budgets and resources to ensure operational efficiency
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and accreditation standards
• Develop and implement academic and operational policies

7. Technology & Innovation

• Integrate technology and modern methodologies into teaching and administration
• Oversee implementation and optimization of Learning Management Systems (LMS)
• Promote the use of assistive technologies for trainees and faculty

Key Outcomes

• High-quality, scalable academic programs aligned with industry standards
• Improved trainee retention, engagement, and successful program completion rates
• Strong faculty performance and development ecosystem
• Established partnerships with academic institutions and stakeholders
• Enhanced brand credibility and thought leadership in special education

Must-Have Requirements

• Master’s degree in Applied Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Rehabilitation Psychology, or related field
• 10+ years of experience in teaching or leading an educational institution
• Proven leadership experience in academic or special education environments
• Experience in curriculum development, faculty mentoring, and student lifecycle management
• Excellent communication, organizational, and stakeholder management skills

Preferred Skills

• Experience working with LMS platforms and assistive technologies
• Exposure to accreditation processes and academic partnerships
• Ability to engage with diverse stakeholders, including government and NGOs

Growth Opportunity

• Opportunity to build and lead a nationally recognized training academy in special education
• Exposure to institutional partnerships, policy influence, and large-scale program development
• Potential to evolve into a broader academic leadership or organizational leadership role

About India Autism Center

India Autism Center (IAC) is a not-for-profit organisation aiming to build a comprehensive ecosystem of support, training, research, and lifelong residential living solutions for individuals on the autism spectrum and their families. Through our residential facility, professional training initiatives, community engagement efforts, and knowledge development work, we aspire to enable greater independence, dignity, and quality of life for individuals with autism across India.