Academic Coordinator
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Key facts
- Role
- Academic Coordinator
- School
- Kendriya Vidyalaya, Thalassery
- City
- Kannur
- State
- Kerala
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹13L – ₹29L per year
- Experience
- 5–8 years
- Posted
- 27 May 2026
- Closing date
- 24 Jul 2026
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Academic Coordinator
at Kendriya Vidyalaya, Thalassery
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Why apply
- 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
Kendriya Vidyalaya, Thalassery in Kannur, Kerala is on the lookout for a Academic Coordinator. The school values educators who care about classroom culture as much as curriculum delivery. About Kendriya Vidyalaya, Thalassery: a secondary institution in Kannur, Kerala — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2011,. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. 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. What you will do:
- Own academic outcomes for the assigned portfolio.
- Coach teachers, especially those in their first few years.
- Drive disciplined execution of the academic and assessment calendar.
- Represent the school in academic forums and audits.
- Work with the Principal on medium-term plans. 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 (₹12.8 LPA – ₹28.9 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. Send your CV through this listing — no separate email is required for Kendriya Vidyalaya, Thalassery. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.
Common questions about this role
When does the school want the joining date to be?
Most school roles aim for a joining around the start of the next academic month or term. Once shortlisted, the school will agree a realistic date based on your notice period.
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.
Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Most schools expect weekly lesson plans submitted to the coordinator/HOD, plus unit plans at the start of each term. Templates are usually provided.
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.
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.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
Kendriya Vidyalaya, Thalassery
Key facts about Kendriya Vidyalaya, Thalassery
- Founded
- 2011
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary Level
- Principal
- SREEJA VIVEK
- Affiliation #
- 900036
Kendriya Vidyalaya, Thalassery is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2011, located in Kannur, Kerala.
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