Academic Coordinator
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Key facts
- Role
- Academic Coordinator
- School
- Velankanni Public School, R-10
- City
- Chennai
- State
- Tamilnadu
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹8.0L – ₹9.0L per year
- Experience
- 5–10 years
- Posted
- 31 May 2026
- Closing date
- 30 Jul 2026
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Academic Coordinator
at Velankanni Public School, R-10
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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
Velankanni Public School, R-10 in Chennai, Tamilnadu is hiring a Academic Coordinator. The school is known for its disciplined academic culture and consistent investment in faculty wellbeing. About the institution: Velankanni Public School, R-10 in Chennai, Tamilnadu — a senior secondary setup, established 2017, — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school invests consistently in academic resources, classroom technology, and a culture of professional respect. Context: the Academic Coordinator reports into the Principal and works alongside other senior leaders. The role carries academic and operational responsibilities and is central to the school's day-to-day functioning. Responsibilities:
- Lead the assigned section/department on academic and operational matters.
- Mentor teachers through observation, feedback, and development plans.
- Oversee assessment cycles, result analysis, and improvement plans.
- Handle parent escalations professionally and represent the school externally.
- Drive a culture of academic rigour, discipline, and student wellbeing. Ideal candidate — you have:
- 8+ years in school education with leadership exposure.
- Direct experience running a section, department, or full school.
- A point of view on good teaching, good assessments, and good schools.
- Patience to coach and firmness to enforce standards.
- Strong personal organisation across multiple workstreams. Benefits and culture:
- Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹8.0 LPA – ₹9.0 LPA).
- Structured calendar with reasonable workload expectations.
- Professional development through workshops and internal training.
- A collaborative staff culture with clear leadership backing.
- Stable, full-time employment at a settled school. Hit Apply on this page to put your CV in front of the Velankanni Public School, R-10 academic lead. Selected profiles progress to a model class and a conversation with leadership.
Common questions about this role
Do I have to work weekends?
Most day schools follow a 6-day or 5.5-day week with Sundays off. Occasional Saturdays may go to events, parent meetings, or PD sessions.
How do I apply for this Academic Coordinator vacancy?
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Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Most schools expect weekly lesson plans submitted to the coordinator/HOD, plus unit plans at the start of each term. Templates are usually provided.
What's the interview process like for this teaching role?
Typical schools run a screening call → a demo class (15–30 minutes for the relevant grade) → a panel interview with the Principal/HOD. Some boards also ask for a written response or a sample lesson plan.
How big are the classes?
Class sizes in Indian K-12 schools usually fall in the 25–40 student range. Premium IB/IGCSE schools often cap sections at 22–25.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
Velankanni Public School, R-10
Key facts about Velankanni Public School, R-10
- Founded
- 2017
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- PADMAJA A
- Affiliation #
- 1930840
Velankanni Public School, R-10 is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2017, located in Chennai, Tamilnadu.
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