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    "description": "St. Thomas Residential School is hiring a PGT Political Science in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. The role is well-scoped, supported by detailed academic planning, and offers a clear path for professional growth. St. Thomas Residential School, established 1966, is a senior secondary campus in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala — a ICSE / CISCE-affiliated school. Day-to-day work is anchored in curriculum maps, defined assessment cycles, and faculty review built into the calendar. About the role: the PGT Political Science runs end-to-end subject delivery — planning, classroom teaching, formative and summative assessments, parent communication, and participation in academic review meetings. What you will do:\n- Own subject delivery across the assigned classes.\n- Differentiate instruction so mixed-ability classrooms see steady progress.\n- Design classroom assessments and support the examination cycle.\n- Maintain academic records on the school's ERP.\n- Support events, exhibitions, and parent meetings as needed. Requirements:\n- Bachelor's or Master's in the subject; B.Ed. preferred.\n- Strong subject knowledge and clear classroom communication.\n- Experience with the relevant grade level (high-potential freshers welcome).\n- Good classroom management with mixed-ability learners.\n- Comfortable with the school's ERP and digital classroom tools. Benefits at a glance:\n- Market-aligned salary (₹4.2 LPA – ₹5.5 LPA).\n- Structured working hours with adequate planning time.\n- Investment in teacher and staff development across the year.\n- A workplace built on clarity and professional respect.\n- Long-term career growth at a school invested in its people. Hit Apply on this page to put your CV in front of the St. Thomas Residential School academic lead. Selected profiles progress to a model class and a conversation with leadership.",
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  "descriptionText": "St. Thomas Residential School is hiring a PGT Political Science in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. The role is well-scoped, supported by detailed academic planning, and offers a clear path for professional growth. St. Thomas Residential School, established 1966, is a senior secondary campus in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala — a ICSE / CISCE-affiliated school. Day-to-day work is anchored in curriculum maps, defined assessment cycles, and faculty review built into the calendar. About the role: the PGT Political Science runs end-to-end subject delivery — planning, classroom teaching, formative and summative assessments, parent communication, and participation in academic review meetings. What you will do:\n• Own subject delivery across the assigned classes.\n• Differentiate instruction so mixed-ability classrooms see steady progress.\n• Design classroom assessments and support the examination cycle.\n• Maintain academic records on the school's ERP.\n• Support events, exhibitions, and parent meetings as needed. Requirements:\n• Bachelor's or Master's in the subject; B.Ed. preferred.\n• Strong subject knowledge and clear classroom communication.\n• Experience with the relevant grade level (high-potential freshers welcome).\n• Good classroom management with mixed-ability learners.\n• Comfortable with the school's ERP and digital classroom tools. Benefits at a glance:\n• Market-aligned salary (₹4.2 LPA – ₹5.5 LPA).\n• Structured working hours with adequate planning time.\n• Investment in teacher and staff development across the year.\n• A workplace built on clarity and professional respect.\n• Long-term career growth at a school invested in its people. Hit Apply on this page to put your CV in front of the St. Thomas Residential School academic lead. Selected profiles progress to a model class and a conversation with leadership.",
  "aboutTheRole": "Senior-secondary teaching at its best: we need a PGT who can prepare students for boards without dumbing down the subject.",
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    "Coordinate practicals/projects with the lab assistant where applicable.",
    "Support parent counselling sessions during the board year.",
    "Mentor a tutor group through the academic and emotional pressure of senior school.",
    "Participate in board-result analysis and the next cycle's improvement plan.",
    "Contribute to subject-department planning and resource banks."
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      "heading": "What you'll handle as a PGT Political Science",
      "body": "Teach senior-secondary classes (XI–XII), prepare students for board exams, set and moderate question papers, and mentor career-stage students."
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    {
      "id": "board-context",
      "heading": "Working in an ICSE school",
      "body": "This is an **ICSE/ISC** school — expect a project-heavy curriculum, strong language emphasis and detailed internal assessment portfolios."
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  "faq": [
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      "q": "How will I know if my application is being reviewed?",
      "a": "You'll get a status notification on School Jobs India (and by email) each time the school updates your application — Shortlisted, Interviewing, Offered or Not selected. Sign in and open \"My applications\" to see the timeline anytime."
    },
    {
      "q": "How long does it take to hear back after applying?",
      "a": "Most schools review applications within 5–10 working days. If you don't hear back in two weeks, the role has usually been filled or paused — keep applying to similar openings in the meantime."
    },
    {
      "q": "Where exactly is St. Thomas Residential School located?",
      "a": "The school is in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. Check the \"About the school\" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference."
    },
    {
      "q": "How long after the interview until I get an offer letter?",
      "a": "Most schools issue a written offer within 3–7 working days of the final round. If you don't hear back in 10 days, a quick polite follow-up via the \"Message employer\" button on this PGT Political Science listing is usually welcome."
    },
    {
      "q": "What arrangements are there for women teachers' commute and safety?",
      "a": "Most reputable schools in Thiruvananthapuram run staff transport (bus or shared cab) covering the main residential clusters, with women-first drop after evening duties. On-campus, ICC (Internal Complaints Committee) compliance is standard. Confirm the route map and the last drop time during the interview."
    },
    {
      "q": "Are meals provided at school?",
      "a": "Subsidised tea/snacks are common; full meals depend on the school. Boarding schools usually provide meals as part of the package for resident staff."
    },
    {
      "q": "Is there a probation period?",
      "a": "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."
    },
    {
      "q": "Is school transport available for staff?",
      "a": "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."
    },
    {
      "q": "Where can I find similar vacancies?",
      "a": "Use the \"Similar jobs\" panel below, or set up a free job alert so new matching vacancies arrive in your inbox the moment they're posted."
    },
    {
      "q": "What is the leave policy?",
      "a": "Schools usually offer 10–18 leaves per year on top of public/school holidays. Earned-leave encashment policies vary — check the offer letter."
    }
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