Head of School
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Overview
Applications are open for a Head of School at CPS Global School, A 75 & 80, IIIrd Avenue, Anna Nagar in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. The role is full-time, aligned with the school's published academic and assessment calendar. CPS Global School, A 75 & 80, IIIrd Avenue, Anna Nagar in Chennai, Tamil Nadu operates as a senior secondary school — a IB-affiliated school. A settled, professional environment with clear academic systems, structured staff meetings, and steady infrastructure investment. Context: the Head of School reports into the Principal and works alongside other senior leaders. The role carries academic and operational responsibilities and is central to the school's day-to-day functioning. What you will do:
- Own academic outcomes for the assigned portfolio.
- Coach teachers, especially those in their first few years.
- Drive disciplined execution of the academic and assessment calendar.
- Represent the school in academic forums and audits.
- Work with the Principal on medium-term plans. Qualifications and skills:
- Master's degree with a recognised teaching/leadership qualification.
- Track record of leading improvement at section or school level.
- Hiring, coaching, performance management, and conflict resolution skills.
- Solid grasp of curriculum, assessment, and parent communication.
- High professional integrity and a clear communication style. Benefits at a glance:
- Market-aligned salary (₹10.8 LPA – ₹14.9 LPA).
- Structured working hours with adequate planning time.
- Investment in teacher and staff development across the year.
- A workplace built on clarity and professional respect.
- Long-term career growth at a school invested in its people. Hit Apply on this page to put your CV in front of the CPS Global School, A 75 & 80, IIIrd Avenue, Anna Nagar academic lead. Selected profiles progress to a model class and a conversation with leadership.