Headmistress
Behala High School· Est. 1886 · State Board · Kolkata
₹2.1L – ₹3.5LState Boardfull-timeOn-site1–5 yrs⏱ Closes 13 Aug
● posted 9 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
·Drive teacher PD across the year, in-house and external.
·Approve and monitor the annual budget.
·Own admissions strategy and student-retention outcomes.
·Represent the school with the board, regulators and the wider community.
·Lead parent communication — newsletters, escalations and the annual address.
Requirements
Working in a STATE BOARD school
This is a state-board school — expect bilingual delivery, state syllabus alignment and locally rooted curriculum context.
Working conditions
This is a day school — standard working hours with weekend off, occasional events and parent-teacher meetings.
Career path
Explore adjacent roles teachers move to next in Kolkata.
Salary & benefits
₹2.1L – ₹3.5L / yrMedical RoomTransportationWifiSmart ClassesArt and CraftDanceDramaMusic
Pay benchmark — Headmistress in Kolkata
₹2.1L / yr
ENTRY / LOW
₹2.1L – ₹3.5L / yr
TYPICAL
₹3.5L / yr
SENIOR / HIGH
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
Full job description
About Behala High School
Behala High School is a State Board school located in Behala, Kolkata. We pride ourselves on academic excellence, a nurturing learning environment, and a holistic approach to student development.
Role: Headmistress
We are hiring an experienced Headmistress to join our team for the upcoming academic session. The successful candidate will plan and deliver engaging lessons aligned with the State Board curriculum, mentor students, and contribute to the wider life of the school.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan, prepare and deliver lessons that meet curriculum standards and engage every learner
- Assess, record and report on student progress using both formative and summative tools
- Create a safe, inclusive and stimulating classroom environment
- Collaborate with colleagues, parents and school leadership
- Participate in CCAs, parent–teacher meetings and professional-development sessions
Qualifications
- Post-graduate / graduate degree in the relevant subject
- B.Ed. (or equivalent teaching qualification) preferred
- Prior teaching experience in a reputable school
- Strong communication and classroom-management skills
- Comfortable with digital teaching tools and smart classrooms
What We Offer
- Competitive salary with annual increments
- Group medical insurance and PF benefits
- Continuous professional development and training
- Supportive leadership and collaborative culture
- Convenient Behala location with transport assistance
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