St. John’s English School & Junior College is hiring a Dean — St. John’s English School & Junior College in Chennai
St. John’s English School & Junior CollegeKey facts
- Role
- Dean — St. John’s English School & Junior College
- School
- St. John’s English School & Junior College
- City
- Chennai
- State
- Tamil Nadu
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹8.0L – ₹15L per year
- Experience
- 5–12 years
- Posted
- 8 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Dean — St. John’s English School & Junior College at St. John’s English School & Junior College, Chennai. A focused role for educators ready to step into a structured classroom this academic year. The school has been running for 45+ years. Curriculum: CBSE. Apply directly through this listing — your profile is shared with the school as soon as you submit.
St. John’s English School & Junior College, 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: St. John’s English School & Junior College is a CBSE Day School in Besant Nagar, Chennai.
What you'll handle as a Dean — St. John’s English School & Junior College
Support the school's day-to-day operations as outlined by the hiring team during the interview.
Working in a CBSE school
As a CBSE-affiliated school, the calendar is structured around term-wise assessments, project work and board-format mocks for senior grades.
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
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.
When does the school want the joining date to be?
Joining dates are usually negotiable around the school calendar. Mid-term joining is common for replacement vacancies; new positions often align to April or the start of the next term.
Is background verification done before joining?
Yes — most schools run document and reference verification, and many use third-party background checks. Keep your last 2–3 employer references and original certificates ready.
How much experience do I need for this Dean — St. John’s English School & Junior College role?
Refer to the experience range posted on this page. If you're close to the minimum, apply with a strong demo lesson plan or portfolio — many schools flex by ±1 year for the right candidate.
What is the salary for this Dean — St. John’s English School & Junior College role?
Refer to the salary range posted on this page. Most schools negotiate within this band based on your last drawn CTC and relevant experience.
About St. John’s English School & Junior College
St. John’s English School & Junior College is a day school affiliated to CBSE, established in 1981, located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu.
St. John’s English School & Junior College is a CBSE Day School in Besant Nagar, Chennai.
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