Principal

Divya Jyot School· Est. 2010 · CBSE · Ahmedabad
₹9.8L – ₹22.1LCBSEfull-timeOn-site6–11 yrs1 openings⏱ Closes 20 Oct
● posted 6 Jun

Why apply

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 handle

·Oversee compliance — affiliation, fire safety, child-safety policies.
·Make the final call on disciplinary and safeguarding matters.
·Chair leadership-team meetings and own the school's KPIs.
·Lead parent communication — newsletters, escalations and the annual address.
·Set the school's annual academic and operational plan.

Requirements

Role details

Vacancies
1

Working in a CBSE school

This school follows the CBSE framework, so expect continuous and comprehensive assessment, NEP-aligned competency questions, and a strong emphasis on subject enrichment activities.

Career path

Explore adjacent roles teachers move to next in Ahmedabad.

  1. Coordinator→
  2. Academic Coordinator→
  3. Vice Principal→
  4. Principal

Salary & benefits

₹9.8L – ₹22.1L / yr

Pay benchmark — Principal in Ahmedabad

₹9.8L / yr
ENTRY / LOW
₹9.8L – ₹22.1L / yr
TYPICAL
₹22.1L / yr
SENIOR / HIGH
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.

Full job description

Overview

Divya Jyot School requires a Principal in Ahmedabad, Gujarat for the upcoming academic year. A full-time role with reasonable workload expectations and clear deliverables. Divya Jyot School in Ahmedabad, Gujarat is a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2010,. The school pairs a traditional academic core with modern classroom practices and consistent investment in faculty enablement. Role: as Principal, 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. 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. What we offer:
  • Competitive, on-time salary (₹9.8 LPA – ₹22.1 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. Hit Apply on this page to put your CV in front of the Divya Jyot School academic lead. Selected profiles progress to a model class and a conversation with leadership.
Divya Jyot School
CBSE · Ahmedabad · Est. 2010
2010
FOUNDED
CBSE
BOARD
senior secondary
LEVEL
KALPANA BAKSHI
PRINCIPAL
430367
AFFILIATION
Ahmedabad, Gujarat
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