Section Coordinator
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Key facts
- Role
- Section Coordinator
- School
- Holy Cross English School
- City
- Thiruvananthapuram
- State
- Kerala
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹11L – ₹15L per year
- Experience
- 5–7 years
- Posted
- 17 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 13 Aug 2026
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Section Coordinator
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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
An opening for a Section Coordinator in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala at Holy Cross English School. The school is expanding its team for the new session and welcomes both experienced and high-potential candidates. Holy Cross English School in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala functions as a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1992,. The leadership team is closely involved in academic planning and faculty support, with a sharp focus on classroom impact. About the role: the Section Coordinator is a senior position blending academic leadership with operational ownership — running reviews, mentoring teachers, handling escalations, and representing the school externally. Responsibilities:
- Lead the assigned section/department on academic and operational matters.
- Mentor teachers through observation, feedback, and development plans.
- Oversee assessment cycles, result analysis, and improvement plans.
- Handle parent escalations professionally and represent the school externally.
- Drive a culture of academic rigour, discipline, and student wellbeing. 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. Benefits and culture:
- Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹10.6 LPA – ₹14.6 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. Submit your application here so Holy Cross English School can shortlist you alongside the active pool. Strong profiles move to a brief teaching demo and a discussion with the academic head.
Common questions about this role
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.
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.
What kind of professional development is offered?
Most schools run weekly/monthly in-house PD sessions on pedagogy and assessment. Funded external workshops (board-specific or subject-specific) are offered to teachers in good standing.
Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?
Yes, for board-affiliated school teaching roles a B.Ed is generally required. Exceptions exist for very experienced subject experts and for play-school/early-years specialists.
Is the salary CTC or in-hand?
Most Indian schools quote annual CTC. In-hand is typically 85–90% of CTC after PF, professional tax and (where applicable) income tax — exact deductions are confirmed at offer stage.
Where exactly is Holy Cross English School located?
The school is in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
Will I get PF and statutory benefits?
Yes — established schools provide EPF (Provident Fund) and gratuity (after 5 years), and most also provide ESI for staff under the wage threshold. Specifics are spelled out in the offer letter.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
Holy Cross English School
Key facts about Holy Cross English School
- Founded
- 1992
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- NIRMALA JOHN
- Affiliation #
- 931048
Holy Cross English School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1992, located in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala.
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