Principal

Key Responsibilities

1. Academic Leadership

Provide strategic direction for curriculum planning and implementation in alignment with CBSE guidelines.

Monitor academic performance, teaching quality, and student learning outcomes.

Drive innovative teaching methodologies, NEP 2020 initiatives, and activity-based learning practices.

Oversee academic calendars, timetables, examination schedules, and assessment systems.

Promote critical thinking, creativity, and student-centered learning culture.

2. School Administration & Operations

Manage day-to-day school operations including:

Admissions

Attendance

Discipline

Safety and security

Ensure compliance with:

CBSE Affiliation Bye-Laws

DISE norms

State Education Department regulations

Oversee infrastructure management, vendor coordination, and resource allocation.

Maintain statutory records, school documentation, and student data.

Assist in annual budgeting and financial planning.

3. Faculty & Staff Management

Recruit, onboard, mentor, and evaluate teaching and non-teaching staff.

Conduct classroom observations and performance reviews.

Organize professional development and training programs.

Build a collaborative, disciplined, and high-performance work culture.

Handle staff concerns and conflict resolution professionally.

4. Student Development & Welfare

Ensure holistic student development through academics, sports, arts, and co-curricular activities.

Implement counselling, mentoring, and student support systems.

Promote inclusive and safe learning environments.

Oversee disciplinary matters with fair and constructive approaches.

Encourage participation in Olympiads, competitions, and cultural programs.

5. Parent & Community Engagement

Build strong relationships with parents and community stakeholders.

Conduct parent-teacher meetings, academic reviews, and communication sessions.

Represent the school in educational forums and external events.

Support school branding, outreach initiatives, and community engagement programs.

6. Regulatory & Compliance Management

Ensure full compliance with CBSE affiliation requirements and educational regulations.

Coordinate with:

CBSE regional offices

Education authorities

Government departments

Handle inspections, audits, affiliation renewals, and statutory submissions.

Ensure confidentiality and proper handling of institutional and student records.

Educational Qualifications

Mandatory

Postgraduate Degree (M.A. / M.Sc. / M.Com. or equivalent) with minimum 50% marks

B.Ed. from a recognized university

Preferred

M.Ed.

NET / SLET qualification

Experience Requirements

Minimum 10–15 years of teaching and academic experience

At least 5 years in a senior leadership role such as:

Principal

Vice Principal

Academic Head

Prior experience in a CBSE-affiliated school is mandatory

Experience managing:

CBSE affiliation processes

Board examinations (Class X & XII)

Academic improvement initiatives

Preferred Age Group

40–55 Years

Core Competencies

Visionary leadership

Strategic academic planning

Curriculum development

Team building and people management

Stakeholder management

Financial and operational management

Conflict resolution and decision-making

Technical & Communication Skills

Excellent English communication skills (written and verbal)

Hindi proficiency preferred

Gujarati language knowledge will be an added advantage

Comfortable with:

School ERP systems

Digital learning tools

Data-driven decision making

Personal Attributes

High integrity and professionalism

Student-centric leadership approach

Strong interpersonal and organizational skills

Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple responsibilities

Collaborative and growth-oriented mindset

Benefits

Competitive compensation package

Long-term leadership opportunity

Supportive and progressive institutional environment

Professional development and exposure opportunities

Accommodation / HRA as per institutional policy

Documents Required

Updated CV with photograph

Cover Letter outlining educational vision and leadership approach

Educational certificates and experience documents

Last drawn salary details

Two professional references with contact details