Academic Coordinator
at Podar International School, Kolhapur · Kolhapur · Apply in under 60 seconds.
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Key facts
- Role
- Academic Coordinator
- School
- Podar International School, Kolhapur
- City
- Kolhapur
- State
- Maharashtra
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹10L – ₹15L per year
- Experience
- 5–10 years
- Posted
- 25 May 2026
- Closing date
- 8 Aug 2026
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Academic Coordinator salary in Kolhapur — snapshot
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Academic Coordinator
at Podar International School, Kolhapur
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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
Podar International School, Kolhapur is recruiting a Academic Coordinator in Kolhapur, Maharashtra. The academic framework is built around clear learning goals, regular reviews, and a healthy planning rhythm. Podar International School, Kolhapur, established 2010, runs as a senior secondary campus in Kolhapur, Maharashtra — 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. Context: the Academic Coordinator reports into the Principal and works alongside other senior leaders. The role carries academic and operational responsibilities and is central to the school's day-to-day functioning. 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. 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. Why join us:
- Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹10.1 LPA – ₹15.2 LPA).
- Reasonable workload with planned holidays per the calendar.
- Real ownership of your subject/function from day one.
- A leadership team that listens, supports, and gives credit.
- A campus that respects educators as professionals. Submit your application online from this page to be considered by Podar International School, Kolhapur. Interview slots are scheduled after profile review, typically inside five to seven working days.
Common questions about this role
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.
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.
Is school transport available for staff?
Many schools offer staff bus service on their main routes, either free or at a nominal fee. Availability depends on whether your home is near a school route — confirm with HR.
What is the salary for this Academic 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 do I write an application email for this Academic Coordinator role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "Academic Coordinator application — Podar International School, Kolhapur"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Podar International School, Kolhapur and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Podar International School, Kolhapur follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
What kind of professional development is offered?
Most schools run weekly/monthly in-house PD sessions on pedagogy and assessment. Funded external workshops (board-specific or subject-specific) are offered to teachers in good standing.
What is the average Academic Coordinator salary in Kolhapur?
Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to Academic Coordinator roles in Kolhapur. As a rough anchor, city tier and board affiliation move the number by 20-40% — IB and Cambridge schools sit at the top, state-board privates at the base.
Are meals provided at school?
Subsidised tea/snacks are common; full meals depend on the school. Boarding schools usually provide meals as part of the package for resident staff.
Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Most schools expect weekly lesson plans submitted to the coordinator/HOD, plus unit plans at the start of each term. Templates are usually provided.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
Podar International School, Kolhapur
Key facts about Podar International School, Kolhapur
- Founded
- 2010
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- Shilpa Kapoor
- Affiliation #
- 1130303
Podar International School, Kolhapur is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2010, located in Kolhapur, Maharashtra.
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