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Key facts
- Role
- Principal
- School
- AKT Memorial Vidya Saaket School
- City
- Kallakurichi
- State
- Tamil Nadu
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹12.8L – ₹15.3L per year
- Experience
- 7–11 years
- Posted
- 27 May 2026
- Closing date
- 3 Aug 2026
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- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
Job description
Overview
AKT Memorial Vidya Saaket School in Kallakurichi, Tamil Nadu is hiring a Principal. The school is known for its disciplined academic culture and consistent investment in faculty wellbeing. AKT Memorial Vidya Saaket School in Kallakurichi, Tamil Nadu operates as a senior secondary school, established 1990, — a CBSE-affiliated school. A settled, professional environment with clear academic systems, structured staff meetings, and steady infrastructure investment. What the role looks like: the Principal owns outcomes for the assigned section/portfolio — academic quality, faculty development, parent engagement, and student wellbeing — and contributes to the school's strategic plans. Responsibilities:
- Lead the assigned section/department on academic and operational matters.
- Mentor teachers through observation, feedback, and development plans.
- Oversee assessment cycles, result analysis, and improvement plans.
- Handle parent escalations professionally and represent the school externally.
- Drive a culture of academic rigour, discipline, and student wellbeing. Qualifications and skills:
- Master's degree with a recognised teaching/leadership qualification.
- Track record of leading improvement at section or school level.
- Hiring, coaching, performance management, and conflict resolution skills.
- Solid grasp of curriculum, assessment, and parent communication.
- High professional integrity and a clear communication style. Compensation and environment:
- Salary structured fairly across roles (₹12.8 LPA – ₹15.3 LPA).
- A calendar that respects academic delivery and personal time.
- Internal training, peer observation, and external workshops.
- A calm, professional, student-centred campus culture.
- Real backing from the leadership team when it matters. Submit your application here so AKT Memorial Vidya Saaket School can shortlist you alongside the active pool. Strong profiles move to a brief teaching demo and a discussion with the academic head.
Common questions about this role
Does AKT Memorial Vidya Saaket School help with relocation from another city?
Many CBSE, ICSE and IB schools in Kallakurichi offer on-campus or subsidised accommodation, one-time relocation reimbursement, or help finding rentals nearby. Ask about "relocation assistance" and "staff quarters" in the interview — it's a common ask.
When are increments and bonuses given?
Annual increments are usually announced in March/April, alongside the new academic year. Performance-linked bonuses vary by school — some pay a one-month festive bonus, others none.
Is this a contract or permanent role?
This is listed as a full time role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.
Is this a fixed-term or open-ended contract?
The employment type is shown in the Key Facts section above. Fixed-term roles usually align to the academic year; permanent roles are open-ended after probation. The final letter will spell out renewal and exit terms.
What is the average Principal salary in Kallakurichi?
Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, Principal pay in Kallakurichi varies with years of experience (each 3-year block adds roughly 15-25%), board (IB > CBSE > state), and school size — the linked full pay report breaks these out further.
Where exactly is AKT Memorial Vidya Saaket School located?
The school is in Kallakurichi, Tamil Nadu. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
Is the salary CTC or in-hand?
Most Indian schools quote annual CTC. In-hand is typically 85–90% of CTC after PF, professional tax and (where applicable) income tax — exact deductions are confirmed at offer stage.
What's the interview process like for this teaching role?
Most schools have 2–3 rounds: an HR call, a demo lesson, then a leadership interview. Be ready to walk through one of your lesson plans and how you handle classroom management.
Is school transport available for staff?
Staff transport varies. Larger schools with their own fleet usually allow staff onboarding on existing routes; smaller schools may not run dedicated routes.
Do I have to work weekends?
Standard week is Monday to Saturday (often half-day Saturday). Occasional event Sundays exist (Annual Day, Sports Day, admissions test days) and are usually compensated with a comp-off.
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Role details
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- 1
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Key facts about AKT Memorial Vidya Saaket School
- Founded
- 1990
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 30:1
Vision To “ Educate, Enlighten and Empower” the students through overall development to achieve excellence in academics, developing self confidence, mutual respect,compassion,moral values and communal harmony in the child centered school.
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