Academic Coordinator / Vice Principal –

Job Title: Academic Coordinator / Vice Principal

Department: Academic Administration

Reports To: Principal / School Management

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced, dynamic, and academically strong Academic Coordinator / Vice Principal to support the Principal in the overall academic and administrative functioning of the school. The candidate will provide academic leadership, supervise teaching and learning, coordinate academic activities, and ensure effective implementation of the school curriculum and academic policies.

Key Responsibilities

- Support the Principal in the day-to-day academic and administrative management of the school.
- Plan and monitor the academic calendar, curriculum, timetable, and examination schedule.
- Supervise lesson planning, classroom teaching, assessments, examinations, and academic activities.
- Conduct classroom observations and provide constructive feedback to teachers.
- Guide and mentor teachers to improve teaching quality and student learning outcomes.
- Coordinate examinations, assessments, result preparation, and academic reporting.
- Monitor student attendance, discipline, academic performance, and overall development.
- Organize teacher meetings, training sessions, workshops, and professional development programs.
- Coordinate with teachers, department heads, students, and parents to resolve academic concerns.
- Ensure timely completion of the syllabus and effective curriculum implementation.
- Analyze academic performance data and prepare reports for the Principal and School Management.




- Promote innovative, student-centered, and technology-enabled teaching practices.
- Assist in maintaining discipline and a safe, positive, and professional school environment.
- Support student counseling, academic mentoring, and parent communication.
- Represent the school in academic meetings, events, and programs when required.
- Assist the Principal in implementing school policies and institutional improvement initiatives.

Required Qualifications
- Master’s Degree in Education or a relevant subject.
- B.Ed. / M.Ed. or equivalent recognized qualification preferred.
- Minimum 5–8 years of teaching and academic administration experience.
- Previous experience as an Academic Coordinator, HOD, Senior Teacher, or Vice Principal will be an advantage.
- Robust knowledge of curriculum planning, assessment, school administration, and academic leadership.

Key Skills
- Academic leadership and supervision
- Teacher mentoring and development
- Curriculum planning and implementation
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Team management and coordination
- Classroom observation and academic monitoring
- Student and parent relationship management
- Decision-making and problem-solving
- Excellent organizational and administrative skills
- Digital education and technology skills
- Professional leadership and integrity

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience: 5–8+ years preferred

Position: Academic Coordinator / Vice Principal

Location: [School/Institution Location]

Work Location: In person

📌 Academic Coordinator/ Vice Principal (Cuddalore)
🏢 Meridian International Academy
📍 Cuddalore