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    "title": "Personal Assistant to Principal — Elias Meyer School And Tt",
    "description": "Elias Meyer School And Tt, a ICSE school in Kolkata, is hiring a Personal Assistant to Principal.\n\nKey responsibilities:\n- Lead the school's academic and operational vision\n- Mentor faculty and coordinators\n- Engage with parents and the management committee\n- Drive curriculum and student outcomes\n\nRequirements:\n- 2-6 years of relevant experience\n- Postgraduate degree with B.Ed; proven leadership track record\n\nAbout the school:\n<p>The Elias Meyer Free School Talmud and Torah, which is affiliated to the Council for the Indian School Certificate Examination, Delhi (ICSE) and the Indian School Certificate Examination Delhi (ISC). The medium of Instruction is English, originally established as a Jewish Boys and Girls school in 1881, holds a significant place in Kolkata's educational history. Over the years, it underwent several transformations, culminating in its leadership under Elias Meyer and Mr. Arakie in 1909. Under their guidance, the school experienced remarkable growth, supported by a thriving student population. Following Meyer's passing, his widow ensured the school's continuity by establishing a trust fund, leading to its renaming as The Elias Meyer Boy's School and Talmud Torah.</p>",
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    "jobBenefits": "Alumni Association; Medical Room; AC Classes; Debate; Drama; Art and Craft; Dance; Library/Reading Room; Playground; Auditorium/Media Room; Science Lab; Computer Lab",
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  "descriptionText": "Elias Meyer School And Tt, a ICSE school in Kolkata, is hiring a Personal Assistant to Principal.\n\nKey responsibilities:\n• Lead the school's academic and operational vision\n• Mentor faculty and coordinators\n• Engage with parents and the management committee\n• Drive curriculum and student outcomes\n\nRequirements:\n• 2-6 years of relevant experience\n• Postgraduate degree with B.Ed; proven leadership track record\n\nAbout the school:\nThe Elias Meyer Free School Talmud and Torah, which is affiliated to the Council for the Indian School Certificate Examination, Delhi (ICSE) and the Indian School Certificate Examination Delhi (ISC). The medium of Instruction is English, originally established as a Jewish Boys and Girls school in 1881, holds a significant place in Kolkata's educational history. Over the years, it underwent several transformations, culminating in its leadership under Elias Meyer and Mr. Arakie in 1909. Under their guidance, the school experienced remarkable growth, supported by a thriving student population. Following Meyer's passing, his widow ensured the school's continuity by establishing a trust fund, leading to its renaming as The Elias Meyer Boy's School and Talmud Torah.",
  "aboutTheRole": "We're looking for a Principal who can hold the academic standard, build a strong leadership team and treat every parent conversation as part of the job.",
  "dayToDay": [
    "Make the final call on disciplinary and safeguarding matters.",
    "Oversee compliance — affiliation, fire safety, child-safety policies.",
    "Lead parent communication — newsletters, escalations and the annual address.",
    "Chair leadership-team meetings and own the school's KPIs.",
    "Hire, coach and (where needed) exit faculty to maintain the standard."
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    {
      "id": "responsibilities",
      "heading": "What you'll handle as a Personal Assistant to Principal — Elias Meyer School And Tt",
      "body": "Set the academic calendar, drive curriculum standards, chair leadership meetings, and represent the school with parents, regulators and the community."
    },
    {
      "id": "board-context",
      "heading": "Working in an ICSE school",
      "body": "**ICSE/ISC** schools prize depth of content, structured English-medium delivery and rigorous internal assessment cycles."
    },
    {
      "id": "working-conditions",
      "heading": "Working conditions",
      "body": "This is a **day school** — standard working hours with weekend off, occasional events and parent-teacher meetings."
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    {
      "id": "city-context",
      "heading": "About teaching in Kolkata",
      "body": "Kolkata has historic ICSE and CBSE schools alongside growing IB options, with hiring concentrated around March–May."
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  "faq": [
    {
      "q": "Is school transport available for staff?",
      "a": "Staff transport varies. Larger schools with their own fleet usually allow staff onboarding on existing routes; smaller schools may not run dedicated routes."
    },
    {
      "q": "What qualifications are required for a Personal Assistant to Principal — Elias Meyer School And Tt?",
      "a": "Most Personal Assistant to Principal — Elias Meyer School And Tt roles require a relevant Bachelor's/Master's in the subject plus a B.Ed (or equivalent teacher-training qualification). Specific board requirements (CTET, IB workshops, IGCSE training) may also apply."
    },
    {
      "q": "What non-teaching duties are expected?",
      "a": "Common non-teaching duties include exam invigilation, homework correction, parent-teacher meetings, one co-curricular activity, and being a homeroom/tutor-group mentor."
    },
    {
      "q": "Is background verification done before joining?",
      "a": "Yes — most schools run document and reference verification, and many use third-party background checks. Keep your last 2–3 employer references and original certificates ready."
    },
    {
      "q": "When does the school want the joining date to be?",
      "a": "Joining dates are usually negotiable around the school calendar. Mid-term joining is common for replacement vacancies; new positions often align to April or the start of the next term."
    },
    {
      "q": "Which curriculum does the school follow?",
      "a": "Elias Meyer School And Tt follows the ICSE/ISC curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework."
    },
    {
      "q": "What does a typical day look like?",
      "a": "Most teachers handle 4–6 instructional periods a day, with the rest going to lesson planning, assessment correction, and a co-curricular duty."
    },
    {
      "q": "How long does it take to hear back after applying?",
      "a": "Schools usually shortlist within a week or two. Set up a job alert for similar roles so you don't miss the next match if this one doesn't move forward."
    },
    {
      "q": "What is the salary for this Personal Assistant to Principal — Elias Meyer School And Tt role?",
      "a": "Refer to the salary range posted on this page. Most schools negotiate within this band based on your last drawn CTC and relevant experience."
    },
    {
      "q": "Do staff get fee concession for their children?",
      "a": "Many schools offer a tuition-fee concession for the children of full-time staff, subject to admission criteria and available seats. The appointment letter or the school's written HR policy is the authoritative source — confirm what applies before treating it as compensation."
    }
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