Kolkata: Head of School — Amrita Vidyalayam Job at Amrita Vidyalayam
Amrita VidyalayamKey facts
- Role
- Head of School — Amrita Vidyalayam
- School
- Amrita Vidyalayam
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹6.8L – ₹10L per year
- Experience
- 7–10 years
- Posted
- 12 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Amrita Vidyalayam (Kolkata, West Bengal) is inviting applications for a Head of School — Amrita Vidyalayam. Curriculum: CBSE. The school has been running for 39+ years. Hit Apply to share your CV with the school. Strong applicants are typically contacted within a week.
Amrita Vidyalayam, a CBSE school in Kolkata, is hiring a Head of School.
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:
- 8-20 years of relevant experience
- Postgraduate degree with B.Ed; proven leadership track record
About the school: Amrita Vidyalayam is a CBSE Day School in Maheshtala, Kolkata.
What you'll handle as a Head of School — Amrita Vidyalayam
Contribute to school operations in line with the JD shared at the interview stage.
Working in a CBSE school
CBSE schools value teachers comfortable with conceptual lesson design, art-integrated learning and NEP 2020-aligned pedagogy.
Working conditions
This is a day school — standard working hours with weekend off, occasional events and parent-teacher meetings.
About teaching in Kolkata
Kolkata has historic ICSE and CBSE schools alongside growing IB options, with hiring concentrated around March–May.
Common questions about this role
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.
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.
What is the leave policy?
Teaching staff typically get all school holidays plus 8–15 casual/sick leaves per academic year. Long vacations (summer, winter, Diwali, Holi breaks) follow the published school calendar.
What qualifications are required for a Head of School — Amrita Vidyalayam?
The role expects relevant qualifications and prior experience in a similar setup. Schools generally prefer candidates with verifiable training and references for Head of School — Amrita Vidyalayam positions.
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.
About Amrita Vidyalayam
Amrita Vidyalayam is a day school affiliated to CBSE, established in 1987, located in Kolkata, West Bengal.
Amrita Vidyalayam is a CBSE Day School in Maheshtala, Kolkata.
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