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Key facts
- Role
- Dean
- School
- PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya No.1
- City
- Chennai
- State
- Tamilnadu
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹9.6L – ₹26.6L per year
- Experience
- 5–10 years
- Posted
- 11 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 4 Aug 2026
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- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Established school — running for 62+ years.
Job description
Overview
We are looking for a Dean to join PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya No.1 in Chennai, Tamilnadu. You will work alongside an experienced team that takes student outcomes seriously. School profile: PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya No.1 in Chennai, Tamilnadu — a senior secondary setup, established 1964, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Recognised for structured academic planning, regular parent engagement, and a deliberate culture of student mentorship. Details: a high-ownership leadership role. The Dean leads by example in classrooms, faculty meetings, and parent interactions, while keeping the school's long-term direction in view. 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. 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 (₹9.6 LPA – ₹26.6 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. Complete your application via the button on this listing so PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya No.1 receives your details directly. Matching profiles are shortlisted promptly and contacted by the academic office.
Common questions about this role
How much experience do I need for this Dean role?
The required experience is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Schools also consider relevant internships, board-prep training and student-teaching when evaluating early-career candidates.
How do I write an application email for this Dean role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "Dean application — PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya No.1"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya No.1 and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
Where exactly is PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya No.1 located?
The school is in Chennai, Tamilnadu. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
What's the interview process like for this role?
Expect a screening call → a practical/skills round (role-specific) → a final interview with the relevant department head. Carry valid ID, references and any certifications.
What questions are asked in a Dean 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 Dean roles in Chennai.
Can I negotiate the salary at PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya No.1?
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.
What is the salary for this Dean 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.
Is this a remote / work-from-home opportunity?
School roles are on-site by default — classroom teaching and student supervision require physical presence. Online tutoring openings are tagged separately on School Jobs India.
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Is this a contract or permanent role?
This is listed as a part time role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.
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Key facts about PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya No.1
- Founded
- 1964
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- S ARUMUGAM
- Affiliation #
- 1900005
PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya No.1 is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1964, located in Chennai, Tamilnadu.
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