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Key facts
- Role
- Principal
- School
- Chinmaya Vidyalaya, Kattakada
- City
- Thiruvananthapuram
- State
- Kerala
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹7.5L – ₹17L per year
- Experience
- 6–8 years
- Posted
- 21 May 2026
- Closing date
- 21 Jul 2026
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- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
Job description
Overview
Chinmaya Vidyalaya, Kattakada in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala is on the lookout for a Principal. The school values educators who care about classroom culture as much as curriculum delivery. Chinmaya Vidyalaya, Kattakada in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala is a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1983,. The school pairs a traditional academic core with modern classroom practices and consistent investment in faculty enablement. Details: a high-ownership leadership role. The Principal leads by example in classrooms, faculty meetings, and parent interactions, while keeping the school's long-term direction in view. Day to day, you will:
- Run faculty meetings, academic reviews, and section-level planning.
- Observe classes, give actionable feedback, follow up on teacher development.
- Approve calendars, assessment papers, and major parent communication.
- Engage with leadership on hiring, budgets, and infrastructure needs.
- Spend time on the floor — corridors, classrooms, labs — to read the school accurately. Requirements:
- Master's degree with a relevant teaching qualification (B.Ed./M.Ed. preferred).
- Significant classroom experience plus years in coordination/leadership.
- Calm, confident judgement with students, parents, and staff.
- Clear writing for academic plans, reports, and parent communication.
- A track record of building and retaining strong teaching teams. Benefits and culture:
- Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹7.5 LPA – ₹17.3 LPA).
- Structured calendar with reasonable workload expectations.
- Professional development through workshops and internal training.
- A collaborative staff culture with clear leadership backing.
- Stable, full-time employment at a settled school. Complete your application through this page with your latest CV and references. The recruitment desk at Chinmaya Vidyalaya, Kattakada reviews every profile that arrives via the platform.
Common questions about this role
What qualifications are required for a Principal?
Most Principal roles require a relevant Bachelor's/Master's in the subject plus a B.Ed (or equivalent teacher-training qualification). Specific board requirements (CTET, IB workshops, IGCSE training) may also apply.
Is English fluency required?
Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.
Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Schools generally require lesson plans aligned to the syllabus and pacing calendar. Coordinators review them weekly or fortnightly.
Will I get PF and statutory benefits?
Yes — established schools provide EPF (Provident Fund) and gratuity (after 5 years), and most also provide ESI for staff under the wage threshold. Specifics are spelled out in the offer letter.
How do I make a resume for a CBSE Principal job?
A CBSE-focused resume works best when it starts with a role-anchored headline, highlights B.Ed/CTET/PD upfront, and lists measurable outcomes (result percentages, project launches, retention) under each school. Skip generic corporate objectives. The School Jobs India resume builder has a ready template you can fill in and download.
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.
Where can I find similar vacancies?
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Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
Chinmaya Vidyalaya, Kattakada
Key facts about Chinmaya Vidyalaya, Kattakada
- Founded
- 1983
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- KRISHNAKUMARI S
- Affiliation #
- 931070
Chinmaya Vidyalaya, Kattakada is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1983, located in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala.
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