Principal

Dmi St. Joseph International School· Est. 2015 · CBSE · Kanyakumari
₹11.8L – ₹16.0LCBSEfull-timeOn-site5–7 yrs1 openings⏱ Closes 3 Nov
● posted 12 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

CBSE schools value teachers comfortable with conceptual lesson design, art-integrated learning and NEP 2020-aligned pedagogy.

Career path

Explore adjacent roles teachers move to next in Kanyakumari.

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

Salary & benefits

₹11.8L – ₹16.0L / yr

Pay benchmark — Principal in Kanyakumari

₹11.8L / yr
ENTRY / LOW
₹11.8L – ₹16.0L / yr
TYPICAL
₹16.0L / yr
SENIOR / HIGH
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.

Full job description

Overview

Dmi St. Joseph International School is looking for a Principal in Kanyakumari, Tamilnadu to strengthen its academic team. The school encourages peer observation and continuous professional learning. Dmi St. Joseph International School in Kanyakumari, Tamilnadu is a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2015,. The school pairs a traditional academic core with modern classroom practices and consistent investment in faculty enablement. Context: the Principal reports into the Principal and works alongside other senior leaders. The role carries academic and operational responsibilities and is central to the school's day-to-day functioning. 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. Benefits at a glance:
  • Market-aligned salary (₹11.8 LPA – ₹16.0 LPA).
  • Structured working hours with adequate planning time.
  • Investment in teacher and staff development across the year.
  • A workplace built on clarity and professional respect.
  • Long-term career growth at a school invested in its people. Apply now using this listing, and your CV reaches the Dmi St. Joseph International School hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.
Dmi St. Joseph International School
CBSE · Kanyakumari · Est. 2015
2015
FOUNDED
CBSE
BOARD
senior secondary
LEVEL
KINGSLY P
PRINCIPAL
1930835
AFFILIATION
Kanyakumari, Tamilnadu
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