Academic Coordinator
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Key facts
- Role
- Academic Coordinator
- School
- Kulapati Dr S Balakrishna Joshi Gurrukulam
- City
- Chennai
- State
- Tamilnadu
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹11L – ₹20L per year
- Experience
- 7–10 years
- Posted
- 16 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 14 Aug 2026
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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.
- Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
Job description
Overview
Immediate opening: Academic Coordinator at Kulapati Dr S Balakrishna Joshi Gurrukulam in Chennai, Tamilnadu. Open to both seasoned practitioners and early-career candidates with strong potential. Kulapati Dr S Balakrishna Joshi Gurrukulam in Chennai, Tamilnadu operates as a senior secondary school, established 1985, — a CBSE-affiliated school. A settled, professional environment with clear academic systems, structured staff meetings, and steady infrastructure investment. 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. 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 at a glance:
- Market-aligned salary (₹10.6 LPA – ₹20.1 LPA).
- Structured working hours with adequate planning time.
- Investment in teacher and staff development across the year.
- A workplace built on clarity and professional respect.
- Long-term career growth at a school invested in its people. Apply now using this listing, and your CV reaches the Kulapati Dr S Balakrishna Joshi Gurrukulam hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.
Common questions about this role
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What's the interview process like for this teaching role?
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How long does it take to hear back after applying?
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When are increments and bonuses given?
Annual increments are usually announced in March/April, alongside the new academic year. Performance-linked bonuses vary by school — some pay a one-month festive bonus, others none.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
Kulapati Dr S Balakrishna Joshi Gurrukulam
Key facts about Kulapati Dr S Balakrishna Joshi Gurrukulam
- Founded
- 1985
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- ABITHA ANOOP
- Affiliation #
- 1931189
Kulapati Dr S Balakrishna Joshi Gurrukulam is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1985, located in Chennai, Tamilnadu.
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