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Principal

₹13L – ₹26L / yr6–9 yrsCloses 3 Aug
Kottayam, Keralafull-timePosted 33d ago
CBSE
Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Principal
School
Emmaus Public School
City
Kottayam
State
Kerala
Board
CBSE
School type
Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹13L – ₹26L per year
Experience
6–9 years
Posted
31 May 2026
Closing date
3 Aug 2026

Compare against the market: Principal salary in Kottayam

Pay benchmark

Principal salary in Kottayam — snapshot

Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.

Entry / low
₹12.9L
per year
Typical
₹19.5L
per year
Senior / high
₹26.0L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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  • 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 do

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a Principal to join Emmaus Public School in Kottayam, Kerala. You will work alongside an experienced team that takes student outcomes seriously. About Emmaus Public School: a secondary institution in Kottayam, Kerala — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2006,. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. 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. Responsibilities:

  • Lead the assigned section/department on academic and operational matters.
  • Mentor teachers through observation, feedback, and development plans.
  • Oversee assessment cycles, result analysis, and improvement plans.
  • Handle parent escalations professionally and represent the school externally.
  • Drive a culture of academic rigour, discipline, and student wellbeing. Requirements:
  • Master's degree with a relevant teaching qualification (B.Ed./M.Ed. preferred).
  • Significant classroom experience plus years in coordination/leadership.
  • Calm, confident judgement with students, parents, and staff.
  • Clear writing for academic plans, reports, and parent communication.
  • A track record of building and retaining strong teaching teams. Benefits and culture:
  • Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹12.9 LPA – ₹26.0 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. Submit your application on this page and Emmaus Public School will weigh your candidacy for the opening. Next steps usually include a short demo class and a panel discussion.

Common questions about this role

What is the salary for this Principal role?

The salary band is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Final offers depend on your years of experience, qualifications and the interview outcome.

Is background verification done before joining?

Standard pre-joining checks cover qualification documents, prior employment, and reference calls. Some larger groups also do criminal-record verification.

Is this a contract or permanent role?

This is listed as a full time role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.

What qualifications are required for a Principal?

Most Principal 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.

How do I make a resume for a CBSE Principal job?

Lead with a two-line headline (role + years of experience), then Education, Certifications (B.Ed, CTET, board-specific PD), Experience with 3-4 bullet outcomes per school (results, class sizes, projects), and one line each for co-curricular, tech tools and languages. Keep to one page and use the free School Jobs India resume builder for a school-style layout.

What is the average Principal salary in Kottayam?

Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to Principal roles in Kottayam. As a rough anchor, city tier and board affiliation move the number by 20-40% — IB and Cambridge schools sit at the top, state-board privates at the base.

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.

Who fits

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Role details

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About the school

Emmaus Public School

Key facts about Emmaus Public School

Key facts
Founded
2006
Board
CBSE
Type
Secondary Level
Principal
Jithin P Thomas
Affiliation #
931222
Address
KADUVAKULAM,KOLLAD P.O.,, Kaduvakulam, Kottayam, Kerala, 686004

Emmaus Public School is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2006, located in Kottayam, Kerala.

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