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Section Coordinator

at PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya Mandapam · Chennai · Apply in under 60 seconds.

₹8.5L – ₹23.7L / yr6–8 yrsCloses 7 Sept
Chennai, Tamilnadufull-timePosted 10d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Section Coordinator
School
PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya Mandapam
City
Chennai
State
Tamilnadu
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹8.5L – ₹23.7L per year
Experience
6–8 years
Posted
24 Jun 2026
Closing date
7 Sept 2026

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Pay benchmark

Section Coordinator salary in Chennai — snapshot

Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.

Entry / low
₹8.5L
per year
Typical
₹16.1L
per year
Senior / high
₹23.7L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

How to apply

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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.
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Job description

Overview

PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya Mandapam is hiring a Section Coordinator in Chennai, Tamilnadu. The role is well-scoped, supported by detailed academic planning, and offers a clear path for professional growth. PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya Mandapam in Chennai, Tamilnadu operates as a senior secondary school, established 1987, — a CBSE-affiliated school. A settled, professional environment with clear academic systems, structured staff meetings, and steady infrastructure investment. 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. 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. Candidate requirements:
  • Senior educator with a balanced view of academics and operations.
  • Proven ability to mentor teachers and improve outcomes over time.
  • Strong stakeholder management — board, parents, regulators, vendors.
  • Comfortable with data — assessments, attendance, faculty metrics.
  • A long-term thinker who can also execute well in the short term. Perks and culture:
  • Fair compensation with annual review (₹8.5 LPA – ₹23.7 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. Send your CV through this listing — no separate email is required for PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya Mandapam. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.

Common questions about this role

What is the salary for this Section Coordinator role?

The salary band is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Final offers depend on your years of experience, qualifications and the interview outcome.

How big are the classes?

Class sizes in Indian K-12 schools usually fall in the 25–40 student range. Premium IB/IGCSE schools often cap sections at 22–25.

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 leave policy?

Schools usually offer 10–18 leaves per year on top of public/school holidays. Earned-leave encashment policies vary — check the offer letter.

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.

How long after the interview until I get an offer letter?

Most schools issue a written offer within 3–7 working days of the final round. If you don't hear back in 10 days, a quick polite follow-up via the "Message employer" button on this Section Coordinator listing is usually welcome.

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 does a typical day look like?

School days usually run 7.5–8 hours with 5–6 teaching periods, plus prep, lunch and one or two non-teaching duties (homework checks, library, club). Saturdays vary by school.

How do I apply for this Section Coordinator vacancy?

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How do I make a resume for a CBSE Section Coordinator job?

Lead with a two-line headline (role + years of experience), then Education, Certifications (B.Ed, CTET, board-specific PD), Experience with 3-4 bullet outcomes per school (results, class sizes, projects), and one line each for co-curricular, tech tools and languages. Keep to one page and use the free School Jobs India resume builder for a school-style layout.

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PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya Mandapam

Key facts about PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya Mandapam

Key facts
Founded
1987
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
S MURUGAN
Affiliation #
1900025
Address
MANDAPAM CAMP MARINE FISHERIES POST RAMANATHAPURAM DISTT. TAMIL NADU, Mandapam Camp Marine, Chennai, Tamilnadu, 623520

PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya Mandapam is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1987, located in Chennai, Tamilnadu.

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