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