Section Coordinator
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Key facts
- Role
- Section Coordinator
- School
- Marygiri CMI Public School
- City
- Ernakulam
- State
- Kerala
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary
- Employment type
- Contract
- Salary
- ₹8.6L – ₹24L per year
- Experience
- 7–11 years
- Posted
- 15 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 19 Aug 2026
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Section Coordinator salary in Ernakulam — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
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Why apply
- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Established school — running for 32+ years.
Job description
Overview
Marygiri CMI Public School is looking for a Section Coordinator in Ernakulam, Kerala to strengthen its academic team. The school encourages peer observation and continuous professional learning. Marygiri CMI Public School, established 1994, runs as a senior secondary campus in Ernakulam, Kerala — 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. Context: the Section 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. Day to day, you will:
- Run faculty meetings, academic reviews, and section-level planning.
- Observe classes, give actionable feedback, follow up on teacher development.
- Approve calendars, assessment papers, and major parent communication.
- Engage with leadership on hiring, budgets, and infrastructure needs.
- Spend time on the floor — corridors, classrooms, labs — to read the school accurately. 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 (₹8.6 LPA – ₹23.5 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 Marygiri CMI Public School instantly. Candidates who meet the brief are invited for interviews within the week.
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 is the average Section Coordinator salary in Ernakulam?
Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to Section Coordinator roles in Ernakulam. As a rough anchor, city tier and board affiliation move the number by 20-40% — IB and Cambridge schools sit at the top, state-board privates at the base.
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.
Is school transport available for staff?
Many schools offer staff bus service on their main routes, either free or at a nominal fee. Availability depends on whether your home is near a school route — confirm with HR.
How do I write an application email for this Section Coordinator role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "Section Coordinator application — Marygiri CMI Public School"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Marygiri CMI Public School and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
Schools usually shortlist within a week or two. Set up a job alert for similar roles so you don't miss the next match if this one doesn't move forward.
What questions are asked in a Section Coordinator interview?
Typical rounds cover self-introduction, why teaching, classroom-management scenarios, subject/syllabus knowledge, and one differentiation scenario. Scroll to "Interview questions & answers" below for six sample questions with model answers tuned for Section Coordinator roles in Ernakulam.
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.
Where exactly is Marygiri CMI Public School located?
The school is in Ernakulam, Kerala. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
Can I negotiate the salary at Marygiri CMI Public 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.
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Key facts about Marygiri CMI Public School
- Founded
- 1994
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 12:1
Marygiri CMI Public School is a senior secondary affiliated to CBSE, established in 1994, located in Ernakulam, Kerala. Classes follow a 12:1 student–teacher ratio.
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