Head of School
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Key facts
- Role
- Head of School
- School
- Chaitanya Residential High School
- City
- Hyderabad
- State
- Telangana
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Secondary
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹10.7L – ₹15.0L per year
- Experience
- 6–10 years
- Posted
- 8 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 12 Aug 2026
Head of School salary in Hyderabad — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
State-board private schools sit at the lower end; government schools follow published pay scales.
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Why apply
- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
- Established school — running for 41+ years.
Job description
Overview
Join Chaitanya Residential High School in Hyderabad, Telangana as our next Head of School. The school invests in its faculty and runs a calm, well-organised academic calendar. Chaitanya Residential High School, established 1985, runs as a secondary campus in Hyderabad, Telangana — a State Board-affiliated school. The school believes a strong campus is built on its teachers and works to be a place where faculty want to stay. 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. Responsibilities:
- Lead the assigned section/department on academic and operational matters.
- Mentor teachers through observation, feedback, and development plans.
- Oversee assessment cycles, result analysis, and improvement plans.
- Handle parent escalations professionally and represent the school externally.
- Drive a culture of academic rigour, discipline, and student wellbeing. 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. Perks and culture:
- Fair compensation with annual review (₹10.7 LPA – ₹15.0 LPA).
- Stable, full-time engagement with a clear academic calendar.
- Regular PD through internal and external programmes.
- A working culture that takes faculty wellbeing seriously.
- A school that genuinely cares about student outcomes. Complete your application through this page with your latest CV and references. The recruitment desk at Chaitanya Residential High School reviews every profile that arrives via the platform.
Common questions about this role
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How do I make a resume for a STATE BOARD Head of School job?
Lead with a two-line headline (role + years of experience), then Education, Certifications (B.Ed, CTET, board-specific PD), Experience with 3-4 bullet outcomes per school (results, class sizes, projects), and one line each for co-curricular, tech tools and languages. Keep to one page and use the free School Jobs India resume builder for a school-style layout.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Chaitanya Residential High School follows the state-board curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
Can I negotiate the salary at Chaitanya Residential High School?
Most schools have a defined band per role but the final number is negotiable within it. The strongest levers are recent teaching experience, board expertise, and willingness to take on coordinator/extra-curricular responsibilities.
I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Absolutely — schools regularly hire candidates on notice. Be upfront about your release date so interview scheduling and the offer timeline can be aligned.
What is the average Head of School salary in Hyderabad?
Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to Head of School roles in Hyderabad. As a rough anchor, city tier and board affiliation move the number by 20-40% — IB and Cambridge schools sit at the top, state-board privates at the base.
What questions are asked in a Head of School interview?
Typical rounds cover self-introduction, why teaching, classroom-management scenarios, subject/syllabus knowledge, and one differentiation scenario. Scroll to "Interview questions & answers" below for six sample questions with model answers tuned for Head of School roles in Hyderabad.
How long after the interview until I get an offer letter?
Most schools issue a written offer within 3–7 working days of the final round. If you don't hear back in 10 days, a quick polite follow-up via the "Message employer" button on this Head of School listing is usually welcome.
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
Response times vary, but shortlisted candidates are typically contacted within a week. You'll get a notification on School Jobs India the moment the school updates your application status.
How do I apply for this Head of School vacancy?
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Key facts about Chaitanya Residential High School
- Founded
- 1985
- Board
- State Board
- Type
- Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 35:1
Chaitanya Residential High School is a prestigious institution that offers a comprehensive educational experience in a residential setting. Known for its academic excellence, the school provides a balanced curriculum that focuses on both intellectual and personal growth. Students at Chaitanya Residential High School benefit from a well-rounded education that includes rigorous academics, sports, arts, and extracurricular activities, all designed to develop their skills and character. At one of the best boarding schools in Hyderabad , the school’s residential program fosters independence, discipline, and community spirit, while the dedicated faculty ensures personalized attention and support. With modern facilities and a safe environment, Chaitanya Residential High School prepares students for success in higher education and beyond.
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