Kolkata: Receptionist — The Modern Academy Job at The Modern Academy
The Modern AcademyKey facts
- Role
- Receptionist — The Modern Academy
- School
- The Modern Academy
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- ICSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹3.4L – ₹5.5L per year
- Experience
- 5–9 years
- Posted
- 28 May 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Receptionist — The Modern Academy at The Modern Academy, Kolkata. A focused role for educators ready to step into a structured classroom this academic year. Curriculum: ICSE. The school has been running for 33+ years. Use the Apply button to register your interest — interviews are usually scheduled within 5–7 days.
The Modern Academy, a ICSE school in Kolkata, is hiring a Receptionist.
Key responsibilities:
- Manage day-to-day operations of the function
- Coordinate with school leadership and external vendors
- Maintain accurate records and reports
- Ensure compliance with school policies
Requirements:
- 0-3 years of relevant experience
- Graduate/Postgraduate in the relevant function; school experience preferred
About the school: The Modern Academy is a ICSE Day School in Dhakuria, Kolkata.
What you'll handle as a Receptionist — The Modern Academy
Manage the front desk, support admissions enquiries and route parent/visitor requests to the right team.
Working in an ICSE school
ICSE/ISC schools prize depth of content, structured English-medium delivery and rigorous internal assessment cycles.
Working conditions
This is a day school — standard working hours with weekend off, occasional events and parent-teacher meetings.
About teaching in Kolkata
Kolkata has historic ICSE and CBSE schools alongside growing IB options, with hiring concentrated around March–May.
Common questions about this role
Is this a remote / work-from-home opportunity?
School roles are on-site by default — classroom teaching and student supervision require physical presence. Online tutoring openings are tagged separately on School Jobs India.
Is English fluency required?
Yes — instruction is in English at most ICSE/ISC schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.
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.
What is the leave policy?
Teaching staff typically get all school holidays plus 8–15 casual/sick leaves per academic year. Long vacations (summer, winter, Diwali, Holi breaks) follow the published school calendar.
How do I apply for this Receptionist — The Modern Academy vacancy?
Apply through this page using your School Jobs India profile. Complete your profile first (qualifications, experience, references) — schools shortlist faster when the basics are in place.
About The Modern Academy
The Modern Academy is a day school affiliated to ICSE, established in 1993, located in Kolkata, West Bengal.
The Modern Academy is a ICSE Day School in Dhakuria, Kolkata.
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