Academic Coordinator
at Indira Gandhi Government Higher Secondary School · Puducherry · Apply in under 60 seconds.
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Key facts
- Role
- Academic Coordinator
- School
- Indira Gandhi Government Higher Secondary School
- City
- Puducherry
- State
- Puducherry
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹7.1L – ₹20L per year
- Experience
- 7–12 years
- Posted
- 14 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 5 Aug 2026
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Academic Coordinator
at Indira Gandhi Government Higher Secondary School
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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
Immediate opening: Academic Coordinator at Indira Gandhi Government Higher Secondary School in Puducherry, Puducherry. Open to both seasoned practitioners and early-career candidates with strong potential. Indira Gandhi Government Higher Secondary School, established 1983, runs as a senior secondary campus in Puducherry, Puducherry — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school believes a strong campus is built on its teachers and works to be a place where faculty want to stay. 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. 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. Candidate requirements:
- Senior educator with a balanced view of academics and operations.
- Proven ability to mentor teachers and improve outcomes over time.
- Strong stakeholder management — board, parents, regulators, vendors.
- Comfortable with data — assessments, attendance, faculty metrics.
- A long-term thinker who can also execute well in the short term. Benefits and culture:
- Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹7.1 LPA – ₹20.0 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. Apply through the platform using the button above; your profile lands with Indira Gandhi Government Higher Secondary School instantly. Candidates who meet the brief are invited for interviews within the week.
Common questions about this role
What's the interview process like for this teaching role?
Typical schools run a screening call → a demo class (15–30 minutes for the relevant grade) → a panel interview with the Principal/HOD. Some boards also ask for a written response or a sample lesson plan.
How do I make a resume for a CBSE Academic Coordinator job?
Lead with a two-line headline (role + years of experience), then Education, Certifications (B.Ed, CTET, board-specific PD), Experience with 3-4 bullet outcomes per school (results, class sizes, projects), and one line each for co-curricular, tech tools and languages. Keep to one page and use the free School Jobs India resume builder for a school-style layout.
What non-teaching duties are expected?
Beyond teaching periods you'll typically own a homeroom, run one club/activity, support exam logistics, and contribute to one school-wide initiative each term.
How do I apply for this Academic Coordinator vacancy?
Use the "Apply" button on this page to submit your application directly through School Jobs India. A free candidate account is required so the school can reach you.
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.
Does Indira Gandhi Government Higher Secondary School help with relocation from another city?
Relocation support varies by school. Residential campuses often include free accommodation and meals; day schools may offer a one-time shifting allowance or help with local rental scouting. Confirm the specifics in writing before you accept.
Where exactly is Indira Gandhi Government Higher Secondary School located?
The school is in Puducherry, Puducherry. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
Can I negotiate the salary at Indira Gandhi Government Higher Secondary School?
Most schools have a defined band per role but the final number is negotiable within it. The strongest levers are recent teaching experience, board expertise, and willingness to take on coordinator/extra-curricular responsibilities.
Is the salary CTC or in-hand?
Schools quote CTC by default. In-hand depends on PF (12% employee share), professional tax, and your tax slab — ask HR for a sample salary structure before accepting.
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.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
Indira Gandhi Government Higher Secondary School
Key facts about Indira Gandhi Government Higher Secondary School
- Founded
- 1983
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- Sandirane A
- Affiliation #
- 2920139
Indira Gandhi Government Higher Secondary School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1983, located in Puducherry, Puducherry.
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