Vice Principal
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Key facts
- Role
- Vice Principal
- School
- District Cm School Of Excellence Dhanbad
- City
- Dhanbad
- State
- Jharkhand
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Contract
- Salary
- ₹9.0L – ₹16L per year
- Experience
- 6–9 years
- Posted
- 11 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 14 Aug 2026
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Vice Principal
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Why apply
- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Established school — running for 70+ years.
Job description
Overview
Join District Cm School Of Excellence Dhanbad in Dhanbad, Jharkhand as our next Vice Principal. The school invests in its faculty and runs a calm, well-organised academic calendar. About District Cm School Of Excellence Dhanbad: a senior secondary institution in Dhanbad, Jharkhand — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1956,. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. About the role: the Vice Principal is a senior position blending academic leadership with operational ownership — running reviews, mentoring teachers, handling escalations, and representing the school externally. Day to day, you will:
- Run faculty meetings, academic reviews, and section-level planning.
- Observe classes, give actionable feedback, follow up on teacher development.
- Approve calendars, assessment papers, and major parent communication.
- Engage with leadership on hiring, budgets, and infrastructure needs.
- Spend time on the floor — corridors, classrooms, labs — to read the school accurately. Ideal candidate — you have:
- 8+ years in school education with leadership exposure.
- Direct experience running a section, department, or full school.
- A point of view on good teaching, good assessments, and good schools.
- Patience to coach and firmness to enforce standards.
- Strong personal organisation across multiple workstreams. What we offer:
- Competitive, on-time salary (₹9.0 LPA – ₹16.4 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. Send your CV through this listing — no separate email is required for District Cm School Of Excellence Dhanbad. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.
Common questions about this role
What does a typical day look like?
School days usually run 7.5–8 hours with 5–6 teaching periods, plus prep, lunch and one or two non-teaching duties (homework checks, library, club). Saturdays vary by school.
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 is the average Vice Principal salary in Dhanbad?
Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to Vice Principal roles in Dhanbad. As a rough anchor, city tier and board affiliation move the number by 20-40% — IB and Cambridge schools sit at the top, state-board privates at the base.
Where exactly is District Cm School Of Excellence Dhanbad located?
The school is in Dhanbad, Jharkhand. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
How do I apply for this Vice Principal vacancy?
Use the "Apply" button on this page to submit your application directly through School Jobs India. A free candidate account is required so the school can reach you.
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.
Is the salary CTC or in-hand?
Schools quote CTC by default. In-hand depends on PF (12% employee share), professional tax, and your tax slab — ask HR for a sample salary structure before accepting.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
District Cm School Of Excellence Dhanbad
Key facts about District Cm School Of Excellence Dhanbad
- Founded
- 1956
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- NAMITA KUMARI
- Affiliation #
- 3420104
District Cm School Of Excellence Dhanbad is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1956, located in Dhanbad, Jharkhand.
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