Section Coordinator
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Key facts
- Role
- Section Coordinator
- School
- Montessori City School
- City
- Kathua
- State
- Jammu & Kashmir
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹9.7L – ₹13.3L per year
- Experience
- 6–11 years
- Posted
- 19 May 2026
- Closing date
- 13 Jul 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
Montessori City School is looking for a Section Coordinator in Kathua, Jammu & Kashmir to strengthen its academic team. The school encourages peer observation and continuous professional learning. About Montessori City School: a senior secondary institution in Kathua, Jammu & Kashmir — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2013,. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. Role: as Section Coordinator, you work closely with the Principal on academic and operational decisions — leading a section/team, driving teacher development, overseeing assessments, and holding the line on standards. 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. Requirements:
- Master's degree with a relevant teaching qualification (B.Ed./M.Ed. preferred).
- Significant classroom experience plus years in coordination/leadership.
- Calm, confident judgement with students, parents, and staff.
- Clear writing for academic plans, reports, and parent communication.
- A track record of building and retaining strong teaching teams. Benefits and culture:
- Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹9.7 LPA – ₹13.3 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. Click Apply at the top of this page to share your profile with Montessori City School. Suitable applicants are contacted directly to schedule the next round of conversations.
Common questions about this role
How do I write an application email for this Section Coordinator role?
Use a clear subject line with role and your name, open with which vacancy you're applying to, then a 4-5 line summary of qualifications, teaching experience and notice period. Close with availability for a demo lesson and interview. Attach a one-page PDF resume — long text bodies get skimmed.
Can I negotiate the salary at Montessori City School?
Yes — the band shown is a starting point. Schools consider your last-drawn CTC, teaching experience, board expertise (CBSE) and any specialist skills. Come prepared with a specific number and a 1-line justification.
Is English fluency required?
Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.
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.
Where exactly is Montessori City School located?
The school is in Kathua, Jammu & Kashmir. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
Do staff get fee concession for their children?
Most reputable schools have a staff-child fee concession policy. Eligibility, percentage and number of children covered vary — ask HR for the written policy.
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.
How do I make a resume for a CBSE Section Coordinator job?
A CBSE-focused resume works best when it starts with a role-anchored headline, highlights B.Ed/CTET/PD upfront, and lists measurable outcomes (result percentages, project launches, retention) under each school. Skip generic corporate objectives. The School Jobs India resume builder has a ready template you can fill in and download.
What is the average Section Coordinator salary in Kathua?
Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, Section Coordinator pay in Kathua 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.
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.
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Key facts about Montessori City School
- Founded
- 2013
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- Renu Salotra
- Affiliation #
- 730114
Montessori City School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2013, located in Kathua, Jammu & Kashmir.
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