TGT Social Studies
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Key facts
- Role
- TGT Social Studies
- School
- M.ct.m. Chidambaram Chettyar School
- City
- Chennai
- State
- Tamilnadu
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹3.5L – ₹4.9L per year
- Experience
- 1–3 years
- Posted
- 7 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 17 Aug 2026
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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
Join M.ct.m. Chidambaram Chettyar School in Chennai, Tamilnadu as our next TGT Social Studies. The school invests in its faculty and runs a calm, well-organised academic calendar. M.ct.m. Chidambaram Chettyar School, established 2021, is a senior secondary school in Chennai, Tamilnadu — a CBSE-affiliated school. The working culture is collaborative, professional, and grounded in student-centred decisions. Details: a hands-on teaching role with clear classroom responsibilities. The TGT Social Studies is expected to plan rigorously, teach with energy, assess fairly, and contribute to school life. Responsibilities:
- Plan and deliver lessons aligned to the school's curriculum and pacing guide.
- Design classwork, homework, and assessments that test understanding and application.
- Maintain student performance records and share regular feedback with parents.
- Take part in academic reviews, faculty meetings, and professional development.
- Mentor students and contribute to the school's co-curricular life. Candidate requirements:
- Graduate/Post-graduate with a teaching qualification (B.Ed./D.El.Ed. as relevant).
- Confident classroom presence and structured communication.
- Familiarity with the school's curriculum framework and assessment patterns.
- Willingness to plan thoroughly and accept peer/leader feedback.
- Genuine interest in students' academic and personal growth. Benefits at a glance:
- Market-aligned salary (₹3.5 LPA – ₹4.9 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. Click Apply at the top of this page to share your profile with M.ct.m. Chidambaram Chettyar School. Suitable applicants are contacted directly to schedule the next round of conversations.
Common questions about this role
What is the leave policy?
Teaching staff typically get all school holidays plus 8–15 casual/sick leaves per academic year. Long vacations (summer, winter, Diwali, Holi breaks) follow the published school calendar.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
M.ct.m. Chidambaram Chettyar School follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
How do I apply for this TGT Social Studies vacancy?
Apply through this page using your School Jobs India profile. Complete your profile first (qualifications, experience, references) — schools shortlist faster when the basics are in place.
What is the average TGT Social Studies salary in Chennai?
Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, TGT Social Studies pay in Chennai varies with years of experience (each 3-year block adds roughly 15-25%), board (IB > CBSE > state), and school size — the linked full pay report breaks these out further.
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.
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.
What non-teaching duties are expected?
Common non-teaching duties include exam invigilation, homework correction, parent-teacher meetings, one co-curricular activity, and being a homeroom/tutor-group mentor.
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.
I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Yes. Most schools accept candidates with up to 60 days of notice. Mention your last working day clearly in your application so the school can plan the joining accordingly.
Is English fluency required?
Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.
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Key facts about M.ct.m. Chidambaram Chettyar School
- Founded
- 2021
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- JAYSHREE KIRAN
- Affiliation #
- 1931462
M.ct.m. Chidambaram Chettyar School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2021, located in Chennai, Tamilnadu.
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