Pre-Primary Teacher
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Key facts
- Role
- Pre-Primary Teacher
- School
- PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Dr. Natesan Salai
- City
- Chennai
- State
- Tamilnadu
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹3.1L – ₹3.2L per year
- Experience
- 2–6 years
- Posted
- 14 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 23 Aug 2026
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- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
Job description
Overview
PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Dr. Natesan Salai in Chennai, Tamilnadu is seeking a Pre-Primary Teacher who brings both subject depth and a student-first approach. The school invests heavily in teacher development. PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Dr. Natesan Salai, established 1981, runs as a senior secondary campus in Chennai, Tamilnadu — 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. Role: as Pre-Primary Teacher, you own day-to-day classroom delivery for the assigned grades and sections — lesson planning, teaching, assessment design, and student feedback within the school's academic framework. Day to day, you will:
- Prepare lesson plans against the published syllabus.
- Run well-paced classroom sessions for assigned grades.
- Set and evaluate quizzes, unit tests, projects, and term papers.
- Hold PTMs and respond to parent communication promptly.
- Collaborate with the subject group on shared planning and assessments. 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. Perks and culture:
- Fair compensation with annual review (₹3.1 LPA – ₹3.2 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. Submit your application here so PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Dr. Natesan Salai can shortlist you alongside the active pool. Strong profiles move to a brief teaching demo and a discussion with the academic head.
Common questions about this role
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.
Where exactly is PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Dr. Natesan Salai located?
The school is in Chennai, Tamilnadu. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
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 average Pre-Primary Teacher salary in Chennai?
Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, Pre-Primary Teacher 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 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.
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.
Can I negotiate the salary at PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Dr. Natesan Salai?
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 the salary CTC or in-hand?
Most Indian schools quote annual CTC. In-hand is typically 85–90% of CTC after PF, professional tax and (where applicable) income tax — exact deductions are confirmed at offer stage.
Does PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Dr. Natesan Salai help with relocation from another city?
Many CBSE, ICSE and IB schools in Chennai 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.
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Key facts about PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Dr. Natesan Salai
- Founded
- 1981
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- OM PRAKASH
- Affiliation #
- 1900019
PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Dr. Natesan Salai is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1981, located in Chennai, Tamilnadu.
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