Section Coordinator
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Key facts
- Role
- Section Coordinator
- School
- Lakshmi Devi Sahni School
- City
- Gurdaspur
- State
- Punjab
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Contract
- Salary
- ₹8.9L – ₹15L per year
- Experience
- 5–10 years
- Posted
- 11 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 22 Aug 2026
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Section Coordinator
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- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
Job description
Overview
An opening for a Section Coordinator in Gurdaspur, Punjab at Lakshmi Devi Sahni School. The school is expanding its team for the new session and welcomes both experienced and high-potential candidates. Lakshmi Devi Sahni School in Gurdaspur, Punjab operates as a secondary school, established 2012, — a CBSE-affiliated school. A settled, professional environment with clear academic systems, structured staff meetings, and steady infrastructure investment. What the role looks like: the Section Coordinator owns outcomes for the assigned section/portfolio — academic quality, faculty development, parent engagement, and student wellbeing — and contributes to the school's strategic plans. 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. Ideal candidate — you have:
- 8+ years in school education with leadership exposure.
- Direct experience running a section, department, or full school.
- A point of view on good teaching, good assessments, and good schools.
- Patience to coach and firmness to enforce standards.
- Strong personal organisation across multiple workstreams. Benefits and culture:
- Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹8.9 LPA – ₹14.9 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. Hit Apply on this page to put your CV in front of the Lakshmi Devi Sahni School academic lead. Selected profiles progress to a model class and a conversation with leadership.
Common questions about this role
What qualifications are required for a Section Coordinator?
Most Section Coordinator roles require a relevant Bachelor's/Master's in the subject plus a B.Ed (or equivalent teacher-training qualification). Specific board requirements (CTET, IB workshops, IGCSE training) may also apply.
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.
Is this a remote / work-from-home opportunity?
School roles are on-site by default — classroom teaching and student supervision require physical presence. Online tutoring openings are tagged separately on School Jobs India.
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.
How much experience do I need for this Section Coordinator role?
Refer to the experience range posted on this page. If you're close to the minimum, apply with a strong demo lesson plan or portfolio — many schools flex by ±1 year for the right candidate.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Lakshmi Devi Sahni School follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
Is this a contract or permanent role?
This is listed as a contract role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
Lakshmi Devi Sahni School
Key facts about Lakshmi Devi Sahni School
- Founded
- 2012
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary Level
- Principal
- AMBIKA KHANNA
- Affiliation #
- 1631094
Lakshmi Devi Sahni School is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2012, located in Gurdaspur, Punjab.
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