Principal — Douglas Memorial Higher Secondary School, Kolkata

Douglas Memorial Higher Secondary School in Kolkata, west-bengal-boarding-schools kolkata is accepting applications for a Principal. You will work with an experienced academic team in a setting that prioritises learning outcomes. About the institution: Douglas Memorial Higher Secondary School in Kolkata, west-bengal-boarding-schools kolkata — a senior secondary setup, established 1984, — a ICSE / CISCE-affiliated school. The school invests consistently in academic resources, classroom technology, and a culture of professional respect. Details: a high-ownership leadership role. The Principal leads by example in classrooms, faculty meetings, and parent interactions, while keeping the school's long-term direction in view. 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. Benefits and culture:
• Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹9.8 LPA – ₹18.5 LPA).
• Structured calendar with reasonable workload expectations.
• Professional development through workshops and internal training.
• A collaborative staff culture with clear leadership backing.
• Stable, full-time employment at a settled school. Click Apply at the top of this page to share your profile with Douglas Memorial Higher Secondary School. Suitable applicants are contacted directly to schedule the next round of conversations.