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Principal

₹8.2L – ₹18L / yr6–11 yrsCloses 31 Aug
Prayagraj, Uttar Pradeshfull-timePosted 14d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Principal
School
Dawn The Higher
City
Prayagraj
State
Uttar Pradesh
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹8.2L – ₹18L per year
Experience
6–11 years
Posted
19 Jun 2026
Closing date
31 Aug 2026

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Pay benchmark

Principal salary in Prayagraj — snapshot

Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.

Entry / low
₹8.2L
per year
Typical
₹12.9L
per year
Senior / high
₹17.6L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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  • 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.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Dawn The Higher requires a Principal in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh for the upcoming academic year. A full-time role with reasonable workload expectations and clear deliverables. Dawn The Higher in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh operates as a senior secondary school, established 2007, — a CBSE-affiliated school. A settled, professional environment with clear academic systems, structured staff meetings, and steady infrastructure investment. 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. 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. 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. What we offer:
  • Competitive, on-time salary (₹8.2 LPA – ₹17.6 LPA).
  • Defined working hours aligned with the school timetable.
  • Investment in your growth — training, mentorship, peer learning.
  • A respectful work environment focused on outcomes.
  • Access to school resources, libraries, labs, and digital tools. Click Apply at the top of this page to share your profile with Dawn The Higher. Suitable applicants are contacted directly to schedule the next round of conversations.

Common questions about this role

What non-teaching duties are expected?

Beyond teaching periods you'll typically own a homeroom, run one club/activity, support exam logistics, and contribute to one school-wide initiative each term.

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 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.

Where exactly is Dawn The Higher located?

The school is in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.

Is this a remote / work-from-home opportunity?

School roles are on-site by default — classroom teaching and student supervision require physical presence. Online tutoring openings are tagged separately on School Jobs India.

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.

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.

Who fits

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About the school

Dawn The Higher

Key facts about Dawn The Higher

Key facts
Founded
2007
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
PRERNA H SRIVASTAVA
Affiliation #
2131468
Address
NASEERAPUR ANDAWA, PHOOLPUR, ALLAHABAD, Naseerapur Andawa, Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, 211003

Dawn The Higher is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2007, located in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh.

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