Principal
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Key facts
- Role
- Principal
- School
- Ambika English Medium School
- City
- Kasaragod
- State
- Kerala
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Contract
- Salary
- ₹11L – ₹18L per year
- Experience
- 6–8 years
- Posted
- 22 May 2026
- Closing date
- 8 Jul 20266 days left
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- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Established school — running for 40+ years.
Job description
Overview
Applications are invited for a Principal at Ambika English Medium School in Kasaragod, Kerala. A long-term, full-time engagement aligned with the school's commitment to consistent delivery. About the institution: Ambika English Medium School in Kasaragod, Kerala — a senior secondary setup, established 1986, — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school invests consistently in academic resources, classroom technology, and a culture of professional respect. About the role: the Principal is a senior position blending academic leadership with operational ownership — running reviews, mentoring teachers, handling escalations, and representing the school externally. Day to day, you will:
- Run faculty meetings, academic reviews, and section-level planning.
- Observe classes, give actionable feedback, follow up on teacher development.
- Approve calendars, assessment papers, and major parent communication.
- Engage with leadership on hiring, budgets, and infrastructure needs.
- Spend time on the floor — corridors, classrooms, labs — to read the school accurately. 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 (₹10.5 LPA – ₹17.9 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. Complete your application via the button on this listing so Ambika English Medium School receives your details directly. Matching profiles are shortlisted promptly and contacted by the academic office.
Common questions about this role
How will I know if my application is being reviewed?
You'll get a status notification on School Jobs India (and by email) each time the school updates your application — Shortlisted, Interviewing, Offered or Not selected. Sign in and open "My applications" to see the timeline anytime.
Do staff get fee concession for their children?
Many established schools offer 50–100% tuition concession for the children of full-time staff, subject to admission criteria. Confirm specifics in the offer letter.
Is school transport available for staff?
Many schools offer staff bus service on their main routes, either free or at a nominal fee. Availability depends on whether your home is near a school route — confirm with HR.
When does the school want the joining date to be?
Most school roles aim for a joining around the start of the next academic month or term. Once shortlisted, the school will agree a realistic date based on your notice period.
What questions are asked in a Principal interview?
Typical rounds cover self-introduction, why teaching, classroom-management scenarios, subject/syllabus knowledge, and one differentiation scenario. Scroll to "Interview questions & answers" below for six sample questions with model answers tuned for Principal roles in Kasaragod.
What non-teaching duties are expected?
Beyond teaching periods you'll typically own a homeroom, run one club/activity, support exam logistics, and contribute to one school-wide initiative each term.
When are increments and bonuses given?
Most schools run yearly increments tied to the academic calendar (April cycle). Bonus structure depends on the school — confirm in writing before accepting the offer.
Is this a remote / work-from-home opportunity?
School roles are on-site by default — classroom teaching and student supervision require physical presence. Online tutoring openings are tagged separately on School Jobs India.
How do I apply for this Principal vacancy?
Use the "Apply" button on this page to submit your application directly through School Jobs India. A free candidate account is required so the school can reach you.
How do I write an application email for this Principal role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "Principal application — Ambika English Medium School"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Ambika English Medium School and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
Ambika English Medium School
Key facts about Ambika English Medium School
- Founded
- 1986
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- DENASAN A
- Affiliation #
- 930224
Ambika English Medium School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1986, located in Kasaragod, Kerala.
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