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Principal — Abu Dhabi Indian School, United Arab Emirates

Est. ₹76,500–1,54,500 /month(₹9.2L–18.5L /yr). Typical pay band for this role, not a figure the school has stated. Confirm pay with the school.CBSEFull-timeOn-siteCloses 25 Nov
● posted 23 Jun
Experience
6–11 yrs
Vacancies
1 opening

Job description

Join the faculty at Abu Dhabi Indian School as a Principal in United Arab Emirates, Foreign Schools. The school maintains high academic standards alongside a collaborative, professional staff culture. Abu Dhabi Indian School in United Arab Emirates, Foreign Schools operates as a senior secondary school, established 1975, — a CBSE-affiliated school. A settled, professional environment with clear academic systems, structured staff meetings, and steady infrastructure investment. Details: a high-ownership leadership role. The Principal leads by example in classrooms, faculty meetings, and parent interactions, while keeping the school's long-term direction in view. What you will do:

  • Own academic outcomes for the assigned portfolio.
  • Coach teachers, especially those in their first few years.
  • Drive disciplined execution of the academic and assessment calendar.
  • Represent the school in academic forums and audits.
  • Work with the Principal on medium-term plans. 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. Perks and culture:
  • Fair compensation with annual review (₹9.2 LPA – ₹18.5 LPA).
  • Stable, full-time engagement with a clear academic calendar.
  • Regular PD through internal and external programmes.
  • A working culture that takes faculty wellbeing seriously.
  • A school that genuinely cares about student outcomes. Apply through the platform using the button above; your profile lands with Abu Dhabi Indian School instantly. Candidates who meet the brief are invited for interviews within the week.

Why apply

CBSE school.
Full-time position.

Working in a CBSE school

This school follows the CBSE framework, so expect continuous and comprehensive assessment, NEP-aligned competency questions, and a strong emphasis on subject enrichment activities.

Abu Dhabi Indian School

1975
Founded
CBSE
Board
senior secondary
Level
English
Medium
Rishikesh Padegaonkar
Principal
6630004
Affiliation
PO BOX 46492 ABU DHABI U A E C/O FIRST SECY EMBASSY OF INDIA ABU DHABI U A E, United Arab Emirates, Foreign Schools
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Career path

Explore adjacent roles teachers move to next in United Arab Emirates.

  1. Coordinator→
  2. Academic Coordinator→
  3. Vice Principal→
  4. Principal

Questions about this job

What is the salary for this job?

Typical pay for this role is about ₹76,500–1,54,500 /month. This is an estimate for similar roles, not a figure Abu Dhabi Indian School has stated, so confirm the actual pay (and whether it is in-hand or CTC) with the school before you accept an offer.

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Is a B.Ed required for this job?

The listing doesn't say. Check the qualifications in the job description, or ask the school when you apply.

Can freshers apply?

The school asks for 6–11 years of experience, so this role is not aimed at freshers.

When is the joining date?

The joining date is not specified in the listing — ask the school when you apply.

How do I apply?

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