Section Coordinator
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Key facts
- Role
- Section Coordinator
- School
- Naxalbari Heritage Academy
- City
- Darjeeling
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹8.7L – ₹18.1L per year
- Experience
- 7–12 years
- Posted
- 27 May 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Jul 2026
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Why apply
- 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
Naxalbari Heritage Academy in Darjeeling, West Bengal is inviting applications for a Section Coordinator. The role sits inside the school's day-to-day academic delivery and reports into the section head. Naxalbari Heritage Academy in Darjeeling, West Bengal operates as a secondary school, established 2006, — a CBSE-affiliated school. A settled, professional environment with clear academic systems, structured staff meetings, and steady infrastructure investment. About the role: the Section Coordinator is a senior position blending academic leadership with operational ownership — running reviews, mentoring teachers, handling escalations, and representing the school externally. Core responsibilities:
- Lead and inspire a high-performing academic team.
- Maintain standards through reviews, observations, and structured feedback.
- Drive the assessment, reporting, and parent communication cycle.
- Manage disciplinary cases, parent escalations, and staff conflicts.
- Contribute to the school's strategic priorities as part of the leadership group. 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. Perks and culture:
- Fair compensation with annual review (₹8.7 LPA – ₹18.1 LPA).
- Stable, full-time engagement with a clear academic calendar.
- Regular PD through internal and external programmes.
- A working culture that takes faculty wellbeing seriously.
- A school that genuinely cares about student outcomes. Apply now using this listing, and your CV reaches the Naxalbari Heritage Academy hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.
Common questions about this role
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.
Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?
Yes, for board-affiliated school teaching roles a B.Ed is generally required. Exceptions exist for very experienced subject experts and for play-school/early-years specialists.
Do I have to work weekends?
Standard week is Monday to Saturday (often half-day Saturday). Occasional event Sundays exist (Annual Day, Sports Day, admissions test days) and are usually compensated with a comp-off.
Is there a probation period?
Most schools run a 3–6 month probation with the same salary as confirmation. Confirmation is typically subject to satisfactory performance reviews and document verification.
Does Naxalbari Heritage Academy help with relocation from another city?
Many CBSE, ICSE and IB schools in Darjeeling offer on-campus or subsidised accommodation, one-time relocation reimbursement, or help finding rentals nearby. Ask about "relocation assistance" and "staff quarters" in the interview — it's a common ask.
Can I negotiate the salary at Naxalbari Heritage Academy?
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.
Where can I find similar vacancies?
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Is this a contract or permanent role?
This is listed as a full time role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.
Is this a fixed-term or open-ended contract?
The employment type is shown in the Key Facts section above. Fixed-term roles usually align to the academic year; permanent roles are open-ended after probation. The final letter will spell out renewal and exit terms.
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.
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Key facts about Naxalbari Heritage Academy
- Founded
- 2006
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary Level
- Principal
- ROMA LAHIRY MOITRA
- Affiliation #
- 2430182
Naxalbari Heritage Academy is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2006, located in Darjeeling, West Bengal.
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