Librarian
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Key facts
- Role
- Librarian
- School
- Chinmaya Vidyalaya, Chinmaya Nagar Stage-ii
- City
- Chennai
- State
- Tamilnadu
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹1.2L – ₹3.5L per year
- Experience
- 2–4 years
- Posted
- 16 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 3 Aug 2026
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Librarian
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- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
Job description
Overview
Chinmaya Vidyalaya, Chinmaya Nagar Stage-ii in Chennai, Tamilnadu is seeking a Librarian who brings both subject depth and a student-first approach. The school invests heavily in teacher development. School profile: Chinmaya Vidyalaya, Chinmaya Nagar Stage-ii in Chennai, Tamilnadu — a senior secondary setup, established 1970, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Recognised for structured academic planning, regular parent engagement, and a deliberate culture of student mentorship. Role: the Librarian provides day-to-day support to students, teachers, and the operations team. Hands-on, varied, and central to keeping the school clean, safe, and well-functioning. Day to day, you will:
- Reach campus on time and complete the morning checklist.
- Carry out routine tasks per the published rota.
- Respond to ad-hoc requests from teachers and supervisors.
- Maintain the assigned register/log as required.
- Close the day with a handover and area check before leaving. Ideal candidate — you have:
- Steady prior experience in the same/similar function.
- The maturity to handle the school environment with care.
- A clean track record and verifiable references.
- The fitness and discipline the role demands.
- A genuine sense of ownership for the assigned area. Benefits at a glance:
- Market-aligned salary (₹1.2 LPA – ₹3.5 LPA).
- Structured working hours with adequate planning time.
- Investment in teacher and staff development across the year.
- A workplace built on clarity and professional respect.
- Long-term career growth at a school invested in its people. Hit Apply on this page to put your CV in front of the Chinmaya Vidyalaya, Chinmaya Nagar Stage-ii academic lead. Selected profiles progress to a model class and a conversation with leadership.
Common questions about this role
What does a typical day look like?
School days usually run 7.5–8 hours with 5–6 teaching periods, plus prep, lunch and one or two non-teaching duties (homework checks, library, club). Saturdays vary by school.
Are meals provided at school?
Subsidised tea/snacks are common; full meals depend on the school. Boarding schools usually provide meals as part of the package for resident staff.
Is there a probation period?
Yes — a 3 to 6 month probation is standard in K-12 schools across India. Benefits like PF and gratuity continue to accrue from day one regardless.
What questions are asked in a Librarian interview?
Typical rounds cover self-introduction, why teaching, classroom-management scenarios, subject/syllabus knowledge, and one differentiation scenario. Scroll to "Interview questions & answers" below for six sample questions with model answers tuned for Librarian roles in Chennai.
When does the school want the joining date to be?
Most school roles aim for a joining around the start of the next academic month or term. Once shortlisted, the school will agree a realistic date based on your notice period.
What qualifications are required for a Librarian?
Most Librarian roles require a relevant Bachelor's/Master's in the subject plus a B.Ed (or equivalent teacher-training qualification). Specific board requirements (CTET, IB workshops, IGCSE training) may also apply.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Chinmaya Vidyalaya, Chinmaya Nagar Stage-ii follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
Chinmaya Vidyalaya, Chinmaya Nagar Stage-ii
Key facts about Chinmaya Vidyalaya, Chinmaya Nagar Stage-ii
- Founded
- 1970
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- CHEMPIAN ELAVARASI
- Affiliation #
- 1930100
Chinmaya Vidyalaya, Chinmaya Nagar Stage-ii is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1970, located in Chennai, Tamilnadu.
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