Personal Assistant to Principal — City Montessori School Opening — City Montessori School, Lucknow

City Montessori School
Lucknow, Uttar Pradeshfull-time₹12L – ₹18L / yrCBSE14–17 yrs expPosted 9d ago

Key facts

Role
Personal Assistant to Principal — City Montessori School
School
City Montessori School
City
Lucknow
State
Uttar Pradesh
Board
CBSE
School type
Day
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹12L – ₹18L per year
Experience
14–17 years
Posted
14 Jun 2026
Closing date
18 Aug 2026
Verified school
Day
Est. 1959

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Job description

Overview

Now hiring: Personal Assistant to Principal — City Montessori School — City Montessori School, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. Shortlisting begins immediately and interviews are being scheduled on a rolling basis. Campus size: 1000+. Curriculum: CBSE. Use the Apply button to register your interest — interviews are usually scheduled within 5–7 days.

City Montessori School, a CBSE school in Lucknow, is hiring a Personal Assistant to 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:

  • 2-6 years of relevant experience
  • Postgraduate degree with B.Ed; proven leadership track record

About the school: World's largest CBSE school by enrolment.

What you'll handle as a Personal Assistant to Principal — City Montessori School

Lead the academic vision, hire and mentor faculty, manage parent and board relations, and own school-wide outcomes from admissions to results day.

Working in a CBSE school

As a CBSE-affiliated school, the calendar is structured around term-wise assessments, project work and board-format mocks for senior grades.

Working conditions

Day-school setup: regular school hours, scheduled events and standard term breaks.

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 does a typical day look like?

School days usually run 7.5–8 hours with 5–6 teaching periods, plus prep, lunch and one or two non-teaching duties (homework checks, library, club). Saturdays vary by school.

What qualifications are required for a Personal Assistant to Principal — City Montessori School?

Most Personal Assistant to Principal — City Montessori School 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.

How long does it take to hear back after applying?

Schools usually shortlist within a week or two. Set up a job alert for similar roles so you don't miss the next match if this one doesn't move forward.

Is background verification done before joining?

Standard pre-joining checks cover qualification documents, prior employment, and reference calls. Some larger groups also do criminal-record verification.

Are meals provided at school?

Subsidised tea/snacks are common; full meals depend on the school. Boarding schools usually provide meals as part of the package for resident staff.

About City Montessori School

City Montessori School is a day affiliated to CBSE, established in 1959, located in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. The school has a student community of about 1000+.

World's largest CBSE school by enrolment.

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Health insuranceProfessional development budgetFree transportSubsidised lunchPerformance bonus

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