Nursery Teacher
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Key facts
- Role
- Nursery Teacher
- School
- The Indian Public School
- City
- Chennai
- State
- Chennai
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Middle
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹3.3L – ₹5.5L per year
- Experience
- 3–7 years
- Posted
- 18 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 29 Aug 2026
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Nursery Teacher salary in Chennai — snapshot
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Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
Apply for Nursery Teacher at The Indian Public School
Send your CV as a PDF. A short cover note in the email body helps.
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
The Indian Public School has opened applications for a Nursery Teacher in Chennai, Chennai. The role suits educators who pair classroom rigour with genuine care for student wellbeing. The Indian Public School in Chennai, Chennai is a middle school institution — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school pairs a traditional academic core with modern classroom practices and consistent investment in faculty enablement. Position: as Nursery Teacher, you are a core member of the academic team — structured teaching, regular planning, assessment design, and student mentorship across the academic year. Day to day, you will:
- Prepare lesson plans against the published syllabus.
- Run well-paced classroom sessions for assigned grades.
- Set and evaluate quizzes, unit tests, projects, and term papers.
- Hold PTMs and respond to parent communication promptly.
- Collaborate with the subject group on shared planning and assessments. Qualifications and skills:
- Graduation in the subject with a recognised teaching qualification.
- Demonstrated classroom delivery with the relevant age group.
- Clear understanding of formative and summative assessment design.
- Ability to collaborate within a subject team on shared plans.
- Punctuality, professionalism, and a strong sense of ownership. Why join us:
- Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹3.2 LPA – ₹5.5 LPA).
- Reasonable workload with planned holidays per the calendar.
- Real ownership of your subject/function from day one.
- A leadership team that listens, supports, and gives credit.
- A campus that respects educators as professionals. Apply through the platform using the button above; your profile lands with The Indian Public School instantly. Candidates who meet the brief are invited for interviews within the week.
Common questions about this role
How do I write an application email for this Nursery Teacher role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "Nursery Teacher application — The Indian Public School"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why The Indian Public School and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
When does the school want the joining date to be?
Most school roles aim for a joining around the start of the next academic month or term. Once shortlisted, the school will agree a realistic date based on your notice period.
Is school transport available for staff?
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.
How do I make a resume for a CBSE Nursery Teacher job?
Lead with a two-line headline (role + years of experience), then Education, Certifications (B.Ed, CTET, board-specific PD), Experience with 3-4 bullet outcomes per school (results, class sizes, projects), and one line each for co-curricular, tech tools and languages. Keep to one page and use the free School Jobs India resume builder for a school-style layout.
When are increments and bonuses given?
Most schools run yearly increments tied to the academic calendar (April cycle). Bonus structure depends on the school — confirm in writing before accepting the offer.
Is the salary CTC or in-hand?
Schools quote CTC by default. In-hand depends on PF (12% employee share), professional tax, and your tax slab — ask HR for a sample salary structure before accepting.
What is the average Nursery Teacher salary in Chennai?
Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to Nursery Teacher roles in Chennai. 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.
Can I negotiate the salary at The Indian Public School?
Most schools have a defined band per role but the final number is negotiable within it. The strongest levers are recent teaching experience, board expertise, and willingness to take on coordinator/extra-curricular responsibilities.
What is the salary for this Nursery Teacher role?
The salary band is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Final offers depend on your years of experience, qualifications and the interview outcome.
How long after the interview until I get an offer letter?
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 Nursery Teacher listing is usually welcome.
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Key facts about The Indian Public School
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Middle
- Student-teacher ratio
- 20:1
The Indian Public School is a middle affiliated to CBSE, located in Chennai, Chennai. Classes follow a 20:1 student–teacher ratio.
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