Head of School

Birla Divya Jyoti is hiring a Head of School in Darjeeling, West Bengal. The role is well-scoped, supported by detailed academic planning, and offers a clear path for professional growth. Birla Divya Jyoti in Darjeeling, West Bengal is a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2008,. The school pairs a traditional academic core with modern classroom practices and consistent investment in faculty enablement. Role: as Head of School, 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. What you will do:

• Own academic outcomes for the assigned portfolio.
• Coach teachers, especially those in their first few years.
• Drive disciplined execution of the academic and assessment calendar.
• Represent the school in academic forums and audits.
• Work with the Principal on medium-term plans. Candidate requirements:
• Senior educator with a balanced view of academics and operations.
• Proven ability to mentor teachers and improve outcomes over time.
• Strong stakeholder management — board, parents, regulators, vendors.
• Comfortable with data — assessments, attendance, faculty metrics.
• A long-term thinker who can also execute well in the short term. Compensation and environment:
• Salary structured fairly across roles (₹9.1 LPA – ₹22.6 LPA).
• A calendar that respects academic delivery and personal time.
• Internal training, peer observation, and external workshops.
• A calm, professional, student-centred campus culture.
• Real backing from the leadership team when it matters. Complete your application via the button on this listing so Birla Divya Jyoti receives your details directly. Matching profiles are shortlisted promptly and contacted by the academic office.