Administrator
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Key facts
- Role
- Administrator
- School
- Dr. A. P. J Abdul Kalam Residential School, Chikkamagaluru
- City
- Chikkamagaluru
- State
- Karnataka
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹2.6L – ₹4.7L per year
- Experience
- 3–8 years
- Posted
- 11 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 5 Aug 2026
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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
Applications are open for a Administrator at Dr. A. P. J Abdul Kalam Residential School, Chikkamagaluru in Chikkamagaluru, Karnataka. The role is full-time, aligned with the school's published academic and assessment calendar. About Dr. A. P. J Abdul Kalam Residential School, Chikkamagaluru: a secondary institution in Chikkamagaluru, Karnataka — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2005,. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. What the role looks like: as Administrator, you run day-to-day workflows, maintain accurate records, support audits, and help keep the school's operations professional and well-organised. Day to day, you will:
- Process the assigned transactions, approvals, and documentation on time.
- Maintain digital and physical records per school policy.
- Respond to internal and external queries clearly and professionally.
- Coordinate with other departments to keep the operational rhythm intact.
- Escalate exceptions to the right authority early. Ideal candidate — you have:
- Prior experience in a school or service-oriented organisation.
- A neat, systematic style with paperwork and records.
- Good interpersonal skills with parents and staff.
- Discipline to maintain registers, logs, and trackers accurately.
- A learning mindset for new tools the school adopts. Benefits and culture:
- Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹2.6 LPA – ₹4.7 LPA).
- Structured calendar with reasonable workload expectations.
- Professional development through workshops and internal training.
- A collaborative staff culture with clear leadership backing.
- Stable, full-time employment at a settled school. Hit Apply on this page to put your CV in front of the Dr. A. P. J Abdul Kalam Residential School, Chikkamagaluru academic lead. Selected profiles progress to a model class and a conversation with leadership.
Common questions about this role
Are meals provided at school?
Most schools offer a subsidised staff canteen or a daily mid-morning snack and lunch. Boarding schools typically include all meals for residential staff.
Is this a remote / work-from-home opportunity?
School roles are on-site by default — classroom teaching and student supervision require physical presence. Online tutoring openings are tagged separately on School Jobs India.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Dr. A. P. J Abdul Kalam Residential School, Chikkamagaluru follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
What questions are asked in a Administrator interview?
Panels usually ask about your teaching philosophy, a demo lesson walkthrough, how you handle discipline and parents, and syllabus familiarity. See the "Interview questions & answers" section on this page for six of the most common ones and how to answer them.
Do I have to work weekends?
Standard week is Monday to Saturday (often half-day Saturday). Occasional event Sundays exist (Annual Day, Sports Day, admissions test days) and are usually compensated with a comp-off.
Can I negotiate the salary at Dr. A. P. J Abdul Kalam Residential School, Chikkamagaluru?
Yes — the band shown is a starting point. Schools consider your last-drawn CTC, teaching experience, board expertise (CBSE) and any specialist skills. Come prepared with a specific number and a 1-line justification.
What's the interview process like for this role?
Hiring usually takes 2–3 rounds: an initial call, a hands-on assessment, then a final round. Bring photocopies of your qualifications and at least one professional reference.
What qualifications are required for a Administrator?
The role expects relevant qualifications and prior experience in a similar setup. Schools generally prefer candidates with verifiable training and references for Administrator positions.
What is the salary for this Administrator role?
Refer to the salary range posted on this page. Most schools negotiate within this band based on your last drawn CTC and relevant experience.
When does the school want the joining date to be?
Joining dates are usually negotiable around the school calendar. Mid-term joining is common for replacement vacancies; new positions often align to April or the start of the next term.
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Role details
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- 1
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Key facts about Dr. A. P. J Abdul Kalam Residential School, Chikkamagaluru
- Founded
- 2005
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary Level
- Principal
- SANDHYA K M
- Affiliation #
- 820064
Dr. A. P. J Abdul Kalam Residential School, Chikkamagaluru is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2005, located in Chikkamagaluru, Karnataka.
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