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Vice Principal

₹13L – ₹18L / yr5–7 yrsCloses 6 Aug
Chennai, Tamilnadufull-timePosted 35d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Vice Principal
School
Army Public School, Chennai
City
Chennai
State
Tamilnadu
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹13L – ₹18L per year
Experience
5–7 years
Posted
29 May 2026
Closing date
6 Aug 2026

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Pay benchmark

Vice Principal salary in Chennai — snapshot

Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.

Entry / low
₹12.8L
per year
Typical
₹15.3L
per year
Senior / high
₹17.9L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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Vice Principal

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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.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Army Public School, Chennai in Chennai, Tamilnadu is accepting applications for a Vice Principal. You will work with an experienced academic team in a setting that prioritises learning outcomes. School profile: Army Public School, Chennai in Chennai, Tamilnadu — a senior secondary setup, established 2009, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Recognised for structured academic planning, regular parent engagement, and a deliberate culture of student mentorship. Role: as Vice Principal, you work closely with the Principal on academic and operational decisions — leading a section/team, driving teacher development, overseeing assessments, and holding the line on standards. 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. 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 (₹12.8 LPA – ₹17.9 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. Submit your application here so Army Public School, Chennai 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

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 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.

What does a typical day look like?

Most teachers handle 4–6 instructional periods a day, with the rest going to lesson planning, assessment correction, and a co-curricular duty.

What non-teaching duties are expected?

Common non-teaching duties include exam invigilation, homework correction, parent-teacher meetings, one co-curricular activity, and being a homeroom/tutor-group mentor.

Are detailed lesson plans expected?

Schools generally require lesson plans aligned to the syllabus and pacing calendar. Coordinators review them weekly or fortnightly.

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.

How much experience do I need for this Vice Principal role?

Refer to the experience range posted on this page. If you're close to the minimum, apply with a strong demo lesson plan or portfolio — many schools flex by ±1 year for the right candidate.

Who fits

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Role details

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About the school

Army Public School, Chennai

Key facts about Army Public School, Chennai

Key facts
Founded
2009
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
DR ANURADHA SRIRAM
Affiliation #
1980011
Address
ARMY PUBLIC SCHOOL, 60 FEET ROAD, NANDAMBAKKAM, CHENNAI - 600 089., Army Public School, Chennai, Tamilnadu, 600089

Army Public School, Chennai is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2009, located in Chennai, Tamilnadu.

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