Head of School — Behala High School

Behala High School· Est. 1886 · State Board · Kolkata
₹6.1L – ₹8.2LState Boardfull-timeOn-site8–10 yrsCloses 18 Aug
● posted 7 Jun

Why apply

Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
Established school — running since 1886.

What you'll handle

·Take ownership of the role's day-to-day deliverables.
·Partner with the relevant department leads.
·Maintain accurate records of work completed.
·Communicate proactively with the leadership team.
·Contribute to school events and routines as needed.

Requirements

Working in a STATE BOARD school

State-board schools value teachers who can translate concepts in the regional language and align to the state textbook.

Working conditions

This is a day school — standard working hours with weekend off, occasional events and parent-teacher meetings.

Career path

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  1. NTT / KG
  2. PRT (Primary)
  3. TGT (Middle)
  4. PGT (Senior)
  5. HOD
  6. Vice Principal
  7. Principal

Salary & benefits

₹6.1L – ₹8.2L / yrMedical RoomTransportationWifiSmart ClassesArt and CraftDanceDramaMusic

Pay benchmark — Head of School — Behala High School in Kolkata

₹6.1L / yr
ENTRY / LOW
₹6.1L – ₹8.2L / yr
TYPICAL
₹8.2L / yr
SENIOR / HIGH
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.

Full job description

Overview

Behala High School is building a strong academic team and is looking for a Head of School — Behala High School who can lead learning with care, rigour, and consistency. Curriculum: STATE BOARD. Use the Apply button to register your interest — the school contacts shortlisted candidates directly.

Behala High School, a State Board 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: Behala High School is a State Board Day School in Behala, Kolkata.

What you'll handle as a Head of School — Behala High School

Take ownership of the role's deliverables and partner with the appropriate department leads.

Working in a STATE BOARD school

State-board schools value teachers who can translate concepts in the regional language and align to the state textbook.

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.

Behala High School
State Board · Day School · Kolkata · Est. 1886 · 25:1 students per teacher
1886
FOUNDED
State Board
BOARD
Day School
LEVEL
English
MEDIUM
25:1
STUDENTS / TEACHER
English
LANGUAGES
Kolkata, West Bengal
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