
Sri Chaitanya School is hiring a Dean — Sri Chaitanya School in Chennai
Sri Chaitanya SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Dean — Sri Chaitanya School
- School
- Sri Chaitanya School
- City
- Chennai
- State
- Tamil Nadu
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹3.7L – ₹5.0L per year
- Experience
- 4–7 years
- Posted
- 7 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Sri Chaitanya School is building a strong academic team and is looking for a Dean — Sri Chaitanya School who can lead learning with care, rigour, and consistency. Curriculum: CBSE. The school has been running for 8+ years. Apply directly through this listing — your profile is shared with the school as soon as you submit.
Sri Chaitanya School, a CBSE school in Chennai, is hiring a Dean.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead the school's academic and operational vision
- Mentor faculty and coordinators
- Engage with parents and the management committee
- Drive curriculum and student outcomes
Requirements:
- 5-12 years of relevant experience
- Postgraduate degree with B.Ed; proven leadership track record
About the school: Sri Chaitanya School is a CBSE Day School in Jafferkhanpet, Chennai.
What you'll handle as a Dean — Sri Chaitanya School
Support the school's day-to-day operations as outlined by the hiring team during the interview.
Working in a CBSE school
This school follows the CBSE framework, so expect continuous and comprehensive assessment, NEP-aligned competency questions, and a strong emphasis on subject enrichment activities.
Working conditions
This is a day school — standard working hours with weekend off, occasional events and parent-teacher meetings.
About teaching in Chennai
Chennai schools span Matriculation, CBSE, ICSE and IB, with strong English-medium demand across the city.
Common questions about this role
Are meals provided at school?
Most schools offer a subsidised staff canteen or a daily mid-morning snack and lunch. Boarding schools typically include all meals for residential staff.
Is there a probation period?
Most schools run a 3–6 month probation with the same salary as confirmation. Confirmation is typically subject to satisfactory performance reviews and document verification.
What's the interview process like for this role?
Hiring usually takes 2–3 rounds: an initial call, a hands-on assessment, then a final round. Bring photocopies of your qualifications and at least one professional reference.
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About Sri Chaitanya School
Sri Chaitanya School is a day school affiliated to CBSE, established in 2018, located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu.
Sri Chaitanya School is a CBSE Day School in Jafferkhanpet, Chennai.
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