Central Academy is hiring a Principal — Central Academy in Lucknow
Central AcademyKey facts
- Role
- Principal — Central Academy
- School
- Central Academy
- City
- Lucknow
- State
- Uttar Pradesh
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹11L – ₹20L per year
- Experience
- 12–17 years
- Posted
- 6 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
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Job description
Overview
Central Academy is building a strong academic team and is looking for a Principal — Central Academy who can lead learning with care, rigour, and consistency. Curriculum: CBSE. Apply directly through this listing — your profile is shared with the school as soon as you submit.
Central Academy, a CBSE school in Lucknow, is hiring a Principal.
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: Central Academy is a CBSE Day School in Jankipuram, Lucknow.
What you'll handle as a Principal — Central Academy
Own the school's strategic plan, build and coach the leadership team, manage budgets and infrastructure, and steer culture from assembly to award day.
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 Lucknow
Lucknow has a strong ICSE and CBSE base and is one of UP's largest hiring markets for school staff.
Common questions about this role
What is the salary for this Principal — Central Academy role?
Refer to the salary range posted on this page. Most schools negotiate within this band based on your last drawn CTC and relevant experience.
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.
How do I apply for this Principal — Central Academy vacancy?
Apply through this page using your School Jobs India profile. Complete your profile first (qualifications, experience, references) — schools shortlist faster when the basics are in place.
Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Schools generally require lesson plans aligned to the syllabus and pacing calendar. Coordinators review them weekly or fortnightly.
What kind of professional development is offered?
Most schools run weekly/monthly in-house PD sessions on pedagogy and assessment. Funded external workshops (board-specific or subject-specific) are offered to teachers in good standing.
About Central Academy
Central Academy is a day school affiliated to CBSE, located in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh.
Central Academy is a CBSE Day School in Jankipuram, Lucknow.
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