Kolkata: Dean — Akshar School Job at Akshar School
Akshar SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Dean — Akshar School
- School
- Akshar School
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- ICSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹2.9L – ₹4.9L per year
- Experience
- 2–7 years
- Posted
- 18 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Akshar School, a ICSE school in Kolkata, is hiring a Dean.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead the school's academic and operational vision
- Mentor faculty and coordinators
- Engage with parents and the management committee
- Drive curriculum and student outcomes
Requirements:
- 5-12 years of relevant experience
- Postgraduate degree with B.Ed; proven leadership track record
About the school: Akshar ethos was conceptualized by Mr. Deepak Khullar, Neena Singh and Kavneet Khullar with whole hearted support from Late Prof. Yashpal Sharma (our patron) an eminent educationist and scientist.A journey from the first letter with which all learning begins , to the vast infinte source of all knowledge- hence the name AKSHAR… • Akshar became a reality under the Rajpal Khullar Memorial Trust – a non profit charitable organization. An Inclusive school where children with additional needs learn along with mainstream children.
Common questions about this role
When does the school want the joining date to be?
Joining dates are usually negotiable around the school calendar. Mid-term joining is common for replacement vacancies; new positions often align to April or the start of the next term.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Akshar School follows the ICSE/ISC curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Yes. Most schools accept candidates with up to 60 days of notice. Mention your last working day clearly in your application so the school can plan the joining accordingly.
What's the interview process like for this role?
Hiring usually takes 2–3 rounds: an initial call, a hands-on assessment, then a final round. Bring photocopies of your qualifications and at least one professional reference.
Is background verification done before joining?
Yes — most schools run document and reference verification, and many use third-party background checks. Keep your last 2–3 employer references and original certificates ready.
About Akshar School
Akshar ethos was conceptualized by Mr. Deepak Khullar, Neena Singh and Kavneet Khullar with whole hearted support from Late Prof. Yashpal Sharma (our patron) an eminent educationist and scientist.A journey from the first letter with which all learning begins , to the vast infinte source of all knowledge- hence the name AKSHAR… • Akshar became a reality under the Rajpal Khullar Memorial Trust – a non profit charitable organization. An Inclusive school where children with additional needs learn along with mainstream children.
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