Academic Coordinator
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Key facts
- Role
- Academic Coordinator
- School
- Guru Nanak Fifth Centenary School
- City
- Mussoorie
- State
- Uttarakhand
- Board
- ICSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹11.9L – ₹22.5L per year
- Experience
- 7–11 years
- Posted
- 4 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 29 Jul 2026
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Job description
Overview
Guru Nanak Fifth Centenary School in Mussoorie, Uttarakhand is seeking a Academic Coordinator who brings both subject depth and a student-first approach. The school invests heavily in teacher development. School profile: Guru Nanak Fifth Centenary School in Mussoorie, Uttarakhand — a senior secondary setup, established 1969, — a ICSE / CISCE-affiliated school. Recognised for structured academic planning, regular parent engagement, and a deliberate culture of student mentorship. Context: the Academic Coordinator reports into the Principal and works alongside other senior leaders. The role carries academic and operational responsibilities and is central to the school's day-to-day functioning. 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. Qualifications and skills:
- Master's degree with a recognised teaching/leadership qualification.
- Track record of leading improvement at section or school level.
- Hiring, coaching, performance management, and conflict resolution skills.
- Solid grasp of curriculum, assessment, and parent communication.
- High professional integrity and a clear communication style. Perks and culture:
- Fair compensation with annual review (₹11.9 LPA – ₹22.5 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. Complete your application through this page with your latest CV and references. The recruitment desk at Guru Nanak Fifth Centenary School reviews every profile that arrives via the platform.
Common questions about this role
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.
What's the interview process like for this teaching role?
Most schools have 2–3 rounds: an HR call, a demo lesson, then a leadership interview. Be ready to walk through one of your lesson plans and how you handle classroom management.
Is school transport available for staff?
Staff transport varies. Larger schools with their own fleet usually allow staff onboarding on existing routes; smaller schools may not run dedicated routes.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Guru Nanak Fifth Centenary School follows the ICSE/ISC curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
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Does Guru Nanak Fifth Centenary School help with relocation from another city?
Many CBSE, ICSE and IB schools in Mussoorie offer on-campus or subsidised accommodation, one-time relocation reimbursement, or help finding rentals nearby. Ask about "relocation assistance" and "staff quarters" in the interview — it's a common ask.
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 there a probation period?
Most schools run a 3–6 month probation with the same salary as confirmation. Confirmation is typically subject to satisfactory performance reviews and document verification.
What does a typical day look like?
Most teachers handle 4–6 instructional periods a day, with the rest going to lesson planning, assessment correction, and a co-curricular duty.
Is background verification done before joining?
Yes — most schools run document and reference verification, and many use third-party background checks. Keep your last 2–3 employer references and original certificates ready.
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Key facts about Guru Nanak Fifth Centenary School
- Founded
- 1969
- Board
- ICSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 15:1
Established in 1969, Situated in Mussoorie, Himachal Pradesh. Guru Nanak Fifth Centenary School is an ICSE & CISCE board-coed residential school having a vision of a better human society. The school boasts 480 students and 50 full-time teachers. It follows a student-teacher ratio of 9:1. The 85 acres of campus hosts modern classrooms, computer labs, an auditorium, and a spacious library. GNFCS focuses on innovative learning through digital gadgets and provides individual assistance for IIT/JEE. Vocational training is an integral part of the school curriculum with advanced sports facilities on both campuses. GNFCS is the top-ranked school in its region and provides the students with wholesome balanced vegetarian and eggetarian meals, adequate facilities to play games & exercise regularly.
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