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Academic Coordinator

₹7.7L – ₹21L / yr7–12 yrsCloses 15 Aug
Dehradun, UttarakhandcontractPosted 14d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Academic Coordinator
School
Drona's International School
City
Dehradun
State
Uttarakhand
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Contract
Salary
₹7.7L – ₹21L per year
Experience
7–12 years
Posted
19 Jun 2026
Closing date
15 Aug 2026

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Pay benchmark

Academic Coordinator salary in Dehradun — snapshot

Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.

Entry / low
₹7.7L
per year
Typical
₹14.3L
per year
Senior / high
₹21.0L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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Academic Coordinator

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  • Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
  • CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
  • Established school — running for 29+ years.
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Job description

Overview

Applications are open for a Academic Coordinator at Drona's International School in Dehradun, Uttarakhand. The role is full-time, aligned with the school's published academic and assessment calendar. Drona's International School in Dehradun, Uttarakhand functions as a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1997,. The leadership team is closely involved in academic planning and faculty support, with a sharp focus on classroom impact. About the role: the Academic Coordinator is a senior position blending academic leadership with operational ownership — running reviews, mentoring teachers, handling escalations, and representing the school externally. Core responsibilities:

  • Lead and inspire a high-performing academic team.
  • Maintain standards through reviews, observations, and structured feedback.
  • Drive the assessment, reporting, and parent communication cycle.
  • Manage disciplinary cases, parent escalations, and staff conflicts.
  • Contribute to the school's strategic priorities as part of the leadership group. Requirements:
  • Master's degree with a relevant teaching qualification (B.Ed./M.Ed. preferred).
  • Significant classroom experience plus years in coordination/leadership.
  • Calm, confident judgement with students, parents, and staff.
  • Clear writing for academic plans, reports, and parent communication.
  • A track record of building and retaining strong teaching teams. Perks and culture:
  • Fair compensation with annual review (₹7.7 LPA – ₹21.0 LPA).
  • Stable, full-time engagement with a clear academic calendar.
  • Regular PD through internal and external programmes.
  • A working culture that takes faculty wellbeing seriously.
  • A school that genuinely cares about student outcomes. Send your CV through this listing — no separate email is required for Drona's International School. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.

Common questions about this role

Is accommodation provided?

Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.

Is school transport available for staff?

Many schools offer staff bus service on their main routes, either free or at a nominal fee. Availability depends on whether your home is near a school route — confirm with HR.

How do I write an application email for this Academic Coordinator role?

Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "Academic Coordinator application — Drona's International School"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Drona's International School and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.

How big are the classes?

Class sizes in Indian K-12 schools usually fall in the 25–40 student range. Premium IB/IGCSE schools often cap sections at 22–25.

What questions are asked in a Academic Coordinator 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 Academic Coordinator roles in Dehradun.

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.

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.

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About the school

Drona's International School

Key facts about Drona's International School

Key facts
Founded
1997
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
DEVENDER MOHAN RAWAT
Affiliation #
3530081
Address
1 MUNICIPAL ROAD DEHRADUN UTTARANCHAL, 1 Municipal Road, Dehradun, Uttarakhand, 248001

Drona's International School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1997, located in Dehradun, Uttarakhand.

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