Academic Coordinator
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Key facts
- Role
- Academic Coordinator
- School
- Roots Country School
- City
- Shimla
- State
- himachal-pradesh-boarding-schools shimla
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹10.2L – ₹21.9L per year
- Experience
- 5–10 years
- Posted
- 29 May 2026
- Closing date
- 6 Aug 2026
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Academic Coordinator salary in Shimla — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
Apply for Academic Coordinator at Roots Country School
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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
Roots Country School in Shimla, himachal-pradesh-boarding-schools shimla is seeking a Academic Coordinator who brings both subject depth and a student-first approach. The school invests heavily in teacher development. About Roots Country School in Shimla, himachal-pradesh-boarding-schools shimla: a senior secondary institution, established 2003, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Known locally for steady academic delivery, a stable faculty base, and a balanced mix of academics, sports, and the arts. Details: a high-ownership leadership role. The Academic Coordinator leads by example in classrooms, faculty meetings, and parent interactions, while keeping the school's long-term direction in view. 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. Ideal candidate — you have:
- 8+ years in school education with leadership exposure.
- Direct experience running a section, department, or full school.
- A point of view on good teaching, good assessments, and good schools.
- Patience to coach and firmness to enforce standards.
- Strong personal organisation across multiple workstreams. Compensation and environment:
- Salary structured fairly across roles (₹10.2 LPA – ₹21.9 LPA).
- A calendar that respects academic delivery and personal time.
- Internal training, peer observation, and external workshops.
- A calm, professional, student-centred campus culture.
- Real backing from the leadership team when it matters. Send your CV through this listing — no separate email is required for Roots Country School. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.
Common questions about this role
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Roots Country School follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
What is the average Academic Coordinator salary in Shimla?
Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to Academic Coordinator roles in Shimla. 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.
Where exactly is Roots Country School located?
The school is in Shimla, himachal-pradesh-boarding-schools shimla. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
Is there a probation period?
Yes — a 3 to 6 month probation is standard in K-12 schools across India. Benefits like PF and gratuity continue to accrue from day one regardless.
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?
Most permanent teaching roles in Indian K-12 schools are open-ended after a 3–6 month probation. The offer letter you receive will state the exact terms, including probation, notice period and confirmation criteria.
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.
How do I write an application email for this Academic Coordinator role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "Academic Coordinator application — Roots Country School"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Roots Country School and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
What questions are asked in a Academic Coordinator 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 Academic Coordinator roles in Shimla.
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Key facts about Roots Country School
- Founded
- 2003
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 15:1
Roots Country School is a senior secondary affiliated to CBSE, established in 2003, located in Shimla, himachal-pradesh-boarding-schools shimla. Classes follow a 15:1 student–teacher ratio.
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