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Key facts
- Role
- Head of School
- School
- Dhana Singh Choudhury Memorial Eng Med Hs School
- City
- Unakoti
- State
- Tripura
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹9.5L – ₹19L per year
- Experience
- 6–9 years
- Posted
- 29 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 11 Sept 2026
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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.
Job description
Overview
Applications are open for a Head of School at Dhana Singh Choudhury Memorial Eng Med Hs School in Unakoti, Tripura. The role is full-time, aligned with the school's published academic and assessment calendar. Dhana Singh Choudhury Memorial Eng Med Hs School in Unakoti, Tripura functions as a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1955,. The leadership team is closely involved in academic planning and faculty support, with a sharp focus on classroom impact. Role: as Head of School, 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. 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. Compensation and environment:
- Salary structured fairly across roles (₹9.5 LPA – ₹18.5 LPA).
- A calendar that respects academic delivery and personal time.
- Internal training, peer observation, and external workshops.
- A calm, professional, student-centred campus culture.
- Real backing from the leadership team when it matters. Submit your application here so Dhana Singh Choudhury Memorial Eng Med Hs School can shortlist you alongside the active pool. Strong profiles move to a brief teaching demo and a discussion with the academic head.
Common questions about this role
What's the interview process like for this role?
Expect a screening call → a practical/skills round (role-specific) → a final interview with the relevant department head. Carry valid ID, references and any certifications.
When are increments and bonuses given?
Most schools run yearly increments tied to the academic calendar (April cycle). Bonus structure depends on the school — confirm in writing before accepting the offer.
How long after the interview until I get an offer letter?
Most schools issue a written offer within 3–7 working days of the final round. If you don't hear back in 10 days, a quick polite follow-up via the "Message employer" button on this Head of School listing is usually welcome.
How do I make a resume for a CBSE Head of School job?
Lead with a two-line headline (role + years of experience), then Education, Certifications (B.Ed, CTET, board-specific PD), Experience with 3-4 bullet outcomes per school (results, class sizes, projects), and one line each for co-curricular, tech tools and languages. Keep to one page and use the free School Jobs India resume builder for a school-style layout.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Dhana Singh Choudhury Memorial Eng Med Hs School follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
Can I negotiate the salary at Dhana Singh Choudhury Memorial Eng Med Hs School?
Most schools have a defined band per role but the final number is negotiable within it. The strongest levers are recent teaching experience, board expertise, and willingness to take on coordinator/extra-curricular responsibilities.
What questions are asked in a Head of School 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 Head of School roles in Unakoti.
Is this a contract or permanent role?
This is listed as a full time role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.
Is this a fixed-term or open-ended contract?
Most permanent teaching roles in Indian K-12 schools are open-ended after a 3–6 month probation. The offer letter you receive will state the exact terms, including probation, notice period and confirmation criteria.
How much experience do I need for this Head of School role?
The required experience is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Schools also consider relevant internships, board-prep training and student-teaching when evaluating early-career candidates.
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Key facts about Dhana Singh Choudhury Memorial Eng Med Hs School
- Founded
- 1955
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- TARUN KUMAR DEBBARMA
- Affiliation #
- 2020175
Dhana Singh Choudhury Memorial Eng Med Hs School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1955, located in Unakoti, Tripura.
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