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Key facts
- Role
- Head of School
- School
- Chinmaya Vidyalaya
- City
- Kurnool
- State
- Andhra Pradesh
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Contract
- Salary
- ₹10.2L – ₹23.0L per year
- Experience
- 5–7 years
- Posted
- 20 May 2026
- Closing date
- 15 Jul 2026
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Why apply
- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Established school — running for 37+ years.
Job description
Overview
Chinmaya Vidyalaya is looking for a Head of School in Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh to strengthen its academic team. The school encourages peer observation and continuous professional learning. Chinmaya Vidyalaya in Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh is a secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1989,. 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. 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. Ideal candidate — you have:
- 8+ years in school education with leadership exposure.
- Direct experience running a section, department, or full school.
- A point of view on good teaching, good assessments, and good schools.
- Patience to coach and firmness to enforce standards.
- Strong personal organisation across multiple workstreams. What we offer:
- Competitive, on-time salary (₹10.2 LPA – ₹23.0 LPA).
- Defined working hours aligned with the school timetable.
- Investment in your growth — training, mentorship, peer learning.
- A respectful work environment focused on outcomes.
- Access to school resources, libraries, labs, and digital tools. Send your CV through this listing — no separate email is required for Chinmaya Vidyalaya. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.
Common questions about this role
How much experience do I need for this Head of School role?
Refer to the experience range posted on this page. If you're close to the minimum, apply with a strong demo lesson plan or portfolio — many schools flex by ±1 year for the right candidate.
What is the leave policy?
Teaching staff typically get all school holidays plus 8–15 casual/sick leaves per academic year. Long vacations (summer, winter, Diwali, Holi breaks) follow the published school calendar.
What qualifications are required for a Head of School?
The role expects relevant qualifications and prior experience in a similar setup. Schools generally prefer candidates with verifiable training and references for Head of School positions.
Is school transport available for staff?
Staff transport varies. Larger schools with their own fleet usually allow staff onboarding on existing routes; smaller schools may not run dedicated routes.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Chinmaya Vidyalaya follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
What questions are asked in a Head of School interview?
Panels usually ask about your teaching philosophy, a demo lesson walkthrough, how you handle discipline and parents, and syllabus familiarity. See the "Interview questions & answers" section on this page for six of the most common ones and how to answer them.
When are increments and bonuses given?
Annual increments are usually announced in March/April, alongside the new academic year. Performance-linked bonuses vary by school — some pay a one-month festive bonus, others none.
What's the interview process like for this role?
Hiring usually takes 2–3 rounds: an initial call, a hands-on assessment, then a final round. Bring photocopies of your qualifications and at least one professional reference.
Where exactly is Chinmaya Vidyalaya located?
The school is in Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
Is this a remote / work-from-home opportunity?
School roles are on-site by default — classroom teaching and student supervision require physical presence. Online tutoring openings are tagged separately on School Jobs India.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
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Key facts about Chinmaya Vidyalaya
- Founded
- 1989
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary Level
- Principal
- A KAVITHA
- Affiliation #
- 130096
Chinmaya Vidyalaya is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1989, located in Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh.
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