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Principal

at Disha A Life School · Coimbatore · Apply in under 60 seconds.

₹9.7L – ₹15L / yr5–10 yrsCloses 4 Aug
Coimbatore, Tamil NaducontractPosted 31d ago
ICSE
Senior Secondary

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Key facts

Role
Principal
School
Disha A Life School
City
Coimbatore
State
Tamil Nadu
Board
ICSE
School type
Senior Secondary
Employment type
Contract
Salary
₹9.7L – ₹15L per year
Experience
5–10 years
Posted
3 Jun 2026
Closing date
4 Aug 2026

Compare against the market: Principal salary in Coimbatore

Pay benchmark

Principal salary in Coimbatore — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹9.7L
per year
Typical
₹12L
per year
Senior / high
₹15L
per year

ICSE schools sit close to the CBSE band, with 5-10% variance by chain.

How to apply

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Why apply

  • Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
  • ICSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
  • Established school — running for 34+ years.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Disha A Life School in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu is seeking a Principal who brings both subject depth and a student-first approach. The school invests heavily in teacher development. Disha A Life School in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu operates as a senior secondary school, established 1992, — a ICSE / CISCE-affiliated school. A settled, professional environment with clear academic systems, structured staff meetings, and steady infrastructure investment. What the role looks like: the Principal owns outcomes for the assigned section/portfolio — academic quality, faculty development, parent engagement, and student wellbeing — and contributes to the school's strategic plans. 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. 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. Compensation and environment:
  • Salary structured fairly across roles (₹9.7 LPA – ₹14.6 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. Apply now using this listing, and your CV reaches the Disha A Life School hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.

Common questions about this role

What non-teaching duties are expected?

Common non-teaching duties include exam invigilation, homework correction, parent-teacher meetings, one co-curricular activity, and being a homeroom/tutor-group mentor.

What does a typical day look like?

Most teachers handle 4–6 instructional periods a day, with the rest going to lesson planning, assessment correction, and a co-curricular duty.

What is the salary for this Principal role?

Refer to the salary range posted on this page. Most schools negotiate within this band based on your last drawn CTC and relevant experience.

Where can I find similar vacancies?

Scroll to the "Similar jobs" section below to see related openings. You can also browse by city (Coimbatore), role and board on School Jobs India to compare options side by side.

How long after the interview until I get an offer letter?

Typically 3–7 working days after the final interview, once reference checks and internal approvals are done. Verbal confirmations sometimes come sooner — always wait for the written offer before resigning your current role.

Is accommodation provided?

Day schools generally don't provide accommodation. The school may help with referrals to nearby PGs or rentals during your relocation.

Is English fluency required?

Yes — instruction is in English at most ICSE/ISC schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.

Is background verification done before joining?

Yes — most schools run document and reference verification, and many use third-party background checks. Keep your last 2–3 employer references and original certificates ready.

Do I have to work weekends?

Standard week is Monday to Saturday (often half-day Saturday). Occasional event Sundays exist (Annual Day, Sports Day, admissions test days) and are usually compensated with a comp-off.

What questions are asked in a Principal interview?

Panels usually ask about your teaching philosophy, a demo lesson walkthrough, how you handle discipline and parents, and syllabus familiarity. See the "Interview questions & answers" section on this page for six of the most common ones and how to answer them.

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About the school

Disha A Life School

Key facts about Disha A Life School

Key facts
Founded
1992
Board
ICSE
Type
Senior Secondary
Student-teacher ratio
15:1
Address
National Highway 209, Achipatti, National Highway 209, Achipatti, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, 641107

Disha A Life School is a senior secondary affiliated to ICSE, established in 1992, located in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. Classes follow a 15:1 student–teacher ratio.

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