Job Description

Job Title:

Principal

Location:

Tamilnadu

School Type:

CBSE Affiliated School

Reports To:

School Management

Employment Type:

Full-time

Job Summary:

We are seeking a dynamic, experienced, and visionary Principal to lead our CBSE-affiliated school. The Principal will be responsible for providing academic leadership, ensuring effective management of school operations, upholding CBSE norms and policies, and fostering a nurturing environment that promotes holistic development for all students.

Key Responsibilities:1. Academic Leadership:

Ensure effective implementation of CBSE curriculum and policies. Supervise the planning and delivery of quality education from Pre-Primary to Senior Secondary levels. Guide and monitor teachers in lesson planning, assessments, and pedagogical strategies. Promote innovation in teaching-learning methodologies, including technology integration.

2. Administrative & Operational Management:

Oversee day-to-day school operations including admissions, scheduling, budgeting, and facility management. Ensure compliance with CBSE affiliation and examination norms. Maintain all statutory records and documents as required by CBSE and state education authorities. Coordinate with school management and authorities on policy matters and school development plans.

3. Staff Management & Development:

Recruit, train, and evaluate teaching and non-teaching staff. Conduct regular performance reviews and facilitate professional development. Foster a positive and collaborative school culture among faculty and staff.

4. Student Development:

Promote a safe, inclusive, and disciplined environment for students. Encourage co-curricular and extracurricular activities for holistic development. Ensure regular monitoring of student progress, behavior, and well-being. Handle student issues including academic concerns, behavioral challenges, and parental communication.

5. Stakeholder Engagement:

Build strong relationships with parents, staff, students, and the local community. Organize parent-teacher meetings, orientation programs, and community outreach initiatives. Represent the school in external forums, educational conferences, and CBSE-led initiatives.

Qualifications & Experience:

Postgraduate degree in any discipline with B.Ed./M.Ed. (mandatory). Minimum 10 years of teaching experience with at least 3-5 years in a leadership or administrative role. Experience in a CBSE-affiliated school is mandatory. Strong knowledge of CBSE curriculum, examination reforms, NEP 2020 guidelines, and school operations.

Skills Required:

Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills. Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities. Effective communication and decision-making skills. Proficient in technology and digital tools relevant to school education. Ability to work under pressure and manage diverse teams.

Desirable:

Familiarity with NEP 2020 and integration of 21st-century skills. Experience in school accreditation processes (CBSE inspection, ISO, etc.). Exposure to international curricula is an added advantage.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ?70,000.00 - ?100,000.00 per month

Benefits:

Health insurance Provident Fund
Ability to commute/relocate:

Chennai, Tamil Nadu: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Education:

Master's (Preferred)
Experience:

Principal: 4 years (Required)
Language:

English (Preferred)
Work Location: In person