Academic Coordinator
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Key facts
- Role
- Academic Coordinator
- School
- S M S English Medium School
- City
- Udupi
- State
- Karnataka
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹8.0L – ₹19L per year
- Experience
- 6–8 years
- Posted
- 29 May 2026
- Closing date
- 14 Jul 2026
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Academic Coordinator
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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
S M S English Medium School requires a Academic Coordinator in Udupi, Karnataka for the upcoming academic year. A full-time role with reasonable workload expectations and clear deliverables. S M S English Medium School in Udupi, Karnataka is a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1993,. The school pairs a traditional academic core with modern classroom practices and consistent investment in faculty enablement. 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. 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. 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. Benefits at a glance:
- Market-aligned salary (₹8.0 LPA – ₹18.8 LPA).
- Structured working hours with adequate planning time.
- Investment in teacher and staff development across the year.
- A workplace built on clarity and professional respect.
- Long-term career growth at a school invested in its people. Submit your application here so S M S English Medium School can shortlist you alongside the active pool. Strong profiles move to a brief teaching demo and a discussion with the academic head.
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What does a typical day look like?
Most teachers handle 4–6 instructional periods a day, with the rest going to lesson planning, assessment correction, and a co-curricular duty.
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
Response times vary, but shortlisted candidates are typically contacted within a week. You'll get a notification on School Jobs India the moment the school updates your application status.
Does S M S English Medium School help with relocation from another city?
Many CBSE, ICSE and IB schools in Udupi 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.
Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?
Yes, for board-affiliated school teaching roles a B.Ed is generally required. Exceptions exist for very experienced subject experts and for play-school/early-years specialists.
Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Schools generally require lesson plans aligned to the syllabus and pacing calendar. Coordinators review them weekly or fortnightly.
I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Yes. Most schools accept candidates with up to 60 days of notice. Mention your last working day clearly in your application so the school can plan the joining accordingly.
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.
Do staff get fee concession for their children?
Most reputable schools have a staff-child fee concession policy. Eligibility, percentage and number of children covered vary — ask HR for the written policy.
Can I negotiate the salary at S M S English Medium School?
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.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
S M S English Medium School
Key facts about S M S English Medium School
- Founded
- 1993
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- ABHILASHA S
- Affiliation #
- 830083
S M S English Medium School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1993, located in Udupi, Karnataka.
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