Kolkata: Head of School — BDM International School (BDMI) Job at BDM International School (BDMI)
BDM International School (BDMI)Key facts
- Role
- Head of School — BDM International School (BDMI)
- School
- BDM International School (BDMI)
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹8.1L – ₹11L per year
- Experience
- 9–11 years
- Posted
- 7 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Head of School — BDM International School (BDMI) at BDM International School (BDMI), Kolkata. A focused role for educators ready to step into a structured classroom this academic year. Curriculum: CBSE. The school has been running for 60+ years. Send your application via this page; the school's hiring lead reviews every submission.
BDM International School (BDMI), 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: BDM International School (BDMI) is a CBSE Day School in Garia, Kolkata.
What you'll handle as a Head of School — BDM International School (BDMI)
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
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.
Is accommodation provided?
Day schools generally don't provide accommodation. The school may help with referrals to nearby PGs or rentals during your relocation.
Do staff get fee concession for their children?
Most reputable schools have a staff-child fee concession policy. Eligibility, percentage and number of children covered vary — ask HR for the written policy.
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
Most schools review applications within 5–10 working days. If you don't hear back in two weeks, the role has usually been filled or paused — keep applying to similar openings in the meantime.
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.
About BDM International School (BDMI)
BDM International School (BDMI) is a day school affiliated to CBSE, established in 1966, located in Kolkata, West Bengal.
BDM International School (BDMI) is a CBSE Day School in Garia, Kolkata.
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