Vice Principal
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Key facts
- Role
- Vice Principal
- School
- Convent Of Jesus & Mary
- City
- Dehradun
- State
- Uttarakhand
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹12.0L – ₹27.2L per year
- Experience
- 6–8 years
- Posted
- 16 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 20 Aug 2026
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Why apply
- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
Job description
Overview
Convent Of Jesus & Mary is looking for a Vice Principal in Dehradun, Uttarakhand to strengthen its academic team. The school encourages peer observation and continuous professional learning. School profile: Convent Of Jesus & Mary in Dehradun, Uttarakhand — a senior secondary setup — a CBSE-affiliated school. Recognised for structured academic planning, regular parent engagement, and a deliberate culture of student mentorship. Role: as Vice Principal, 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. Core responsibilities:
- Lead and inspire a high-performing academic team.
- Maintain standards through reviews, observations, and structured feedback.
- Drive the assessment, reporting, and parent communication cycle.
- Manage disciplinary cases, parent escalations, and staff conflicts.
- Contribute to the school's strategic priorities as part of the leadership group. 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. Benefits and culture:
- Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹12.0 LPA – ₹27.2 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. Hit Apply on this page to put your CV in front of the Convent Of Jesus & Mary academic lead. Selected profiles progress to a model class and a conversation with leadership.
Common questions about this role
How do I write an application email for this Vice Principal role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "Vice Principal application — Convent Of Jesus & Mary"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Convent Of Jesus & Mary and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
Where exactly is Convent Of Jesus & Mary located?
The school is in Dehradun, Uttarakhand. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
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.
What questions are asked in a Vice Principal 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 Vice Principal roles in Dehradun.
Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Most schools expect weekly lesson plans submitted to the coordinator/HOD, plus unit plans at the start of each term. Templates are usually provided.
Is there a probation period?
Yes — a 3 to 6 month probation is standard in K-12 schools across India. Benefits like PF and gratuity continue to accrue from day one regardless.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Convent Of Jesus & Mary follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
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How big are the classes?
Class sizes in Indian K-12 schools usually fall in the 25–40 student range. Premium IB/IGCSE schools often cap sections at 22–25.
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Key facts about Convent Of Jesus & Mary
- Founded
- 1845
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- SHYMA V JOSE
- Affiliation #
- 3530007
Convent Of Jesus & Mary is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1845, located in Dehradun, Uttarakhand.
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