Principal — Eastern Academy School Vacancy at Eastern Academy School, Kolkata
Eastern Academy SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Principal — Eastern Academy School
- School
- Eastern Academy School
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- ICSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹12L – ₹30L per year
- Experience
- 8–20 years
- Posted
- 2 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
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Job description
Overview
Eastern Academy School, a ICSE school in Kolkata, is hiring a Principal.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead the school's academic and operational vision
- Mentor faculty and coordinators
- Engage with parents and the management committee
- Drive curriculum and student outcomes
Requirements:
- 8-20 years of relevant experience
- Postgraduate degree with B.Ed; proven leadership track record
About the school: Established in 2003, Eastern Academy School in Barasat, Kolkata, is a renowned ICSE-affiliated institution. It offers education from pre-nursery to class 10 with a low student-teacher ratio of 20:1. Known for its academic excellence and holistic development approach, the school provides a nurturing environment with experienced faculty and modern facilities.
All children are born with a good and innocent mind. It is the duty of parents and school to develop the huge hidden potential of a child. It has to be handled carefully. After gaining a lot of experience and preparation "EASTERN ACADEMY" School is now being started.
Common questions about this role
Do staff get fee concession for their children?
Many established schools offer 50–100% tuition concession for the children of full-time staff, subject to admission criteria. Confirm specifics in the offer letter.
How big are the classes?
Class sizes in Indian K-12 schools usually fall in the 25–40 student range. Premium IB/IGCSE schools often cap sections at 22–25.
Do I have to work weekends?
Most day schools follow a 6-day or 5.5-day week with Sundays off. Occasional Saturdays may go to events, parent meetings, or PD sessions.
Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Most schools expect weekly lesson plans submitted to the coordinator/HOD, plus unit plans at the start of each term. Templates are usually provided.
I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Absolutely — schools regularly hire candidates on notice. Be upfront about your release date so interview scheduling and the offer timeline can be aligned.
About Eastern Academy School
Established in 2003, Eastern Academy School in Barasat, Kolkata, is a renowned ICSE-affiliated institution. It offers education from pre-nursery to class 10 with a low student-teacher ratio of 20:1. Known for its academic excellence and holistic development approach, the school provides a nurturing environment with experienced faculty and modern facilities. All children are born with a good and innocent mind. It is the duty of parents and school to develop the huge hidden potential of a child. It has to be handled carefully. After gaining a lot of experience and preparation "EASTERN ACADEMY" School is now being started.
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