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Key facts
- Role
- Principal
- School
- Govt. Secondary School,upper Burtuk
- City
- East Sikkim
- State
- Sikkim
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹12L – ₹12L per year
- Experience
- 7–12 years
- Posted
- 18 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
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Principal
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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.
Job description
Overview
Govt. Secondary School,upper Burtuk in East Sikkim, Sikkim is accepting applications for a Principal. You will work with an experienced academic team in a setting that prioritises learning outcomes. Govt. Secondary School,upper Burtuk, established 1975, is a secondary school in East Sikkim, Sikkim — a CBSE-affiliated school. The working culture is collaborative, professional, and grounded in student-centred decisions. About the role: the Principal is a senior position blending academic leadership with operational ownership — running reviews, mentoring teachers, handling escalations, and representing the school externally. Core responsibilities:
- Lead and inspire a high-performing academic team.
- Maintain standards through reviews, observations, and structured feedback.
- Drive the assessment, reporting, and parent communication cycle.
- Manage disciplinary cases, parent escalations, and staff conflicts.
- Contribute to the school's strategic priorities as part of the leadership group. 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. Perks and culture:
- Fair compensation with annual review (₹11.9 LPA – ₹12.1 LPA).
- Stable, full-time engagement with a clear academic calendar.
- Regular PD through internal and external programmes.
- A working culture that takes faculty wellbeing seriously.
- A school that genuinely cares about student outcomes. Complete your application through this page with your latest CV and references. The recruitment desk at Govt. Secondary School,upper Burtuk reviews every profile that arrives via the platform.
Common questions about this role
Will I get PF and statutory benefits?
Yes — established schools provide EPF (Provident Fund) and gratuity (after 5 years), and most also provide ESI for staff under the wage threshold. Specifics are spelled out in the offer letter.
What questions are asked in a Principal interview?
Panels usually ask about your teaching philosophy, a demo lesson walkthrough, how you handle discipline and parents, and syllabus familiarity. See the "Interview questions & answers" section on this page for six of the most common ones and how to answer them.
When are increments and bonuses given?
Annual increments are usually announced in March/April, alongside the new academic year. Performance-linked bonuses vary by school — some pay a one-month festive bonus, others none.
Is accommodation provided?
Day schools generally don't provide accommodation. The school may help with referrals to nearby PGs or rentals during your relocation.
How do I make a resume for a CBSE Principal job?
A CBSE-focused resume works best when it starts with a role-anchored headline, highlights B.Ed/CTET/PD upfront, and lists measurable outcomes (result percentages, project launches, retention) under each school. Skip generic corporate objectives. The School Jobs India resume builder has a ready template you can fill in and download.
What is the average Principal salary in East Sikkim?
Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, Principal pay in East Sikkim varies with years of experience (each 3-year block adds roughly 15-25%), board (IB > CBSE > state), and school size — the linked full pay report breaks these out further.
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.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
Govt. Secondary School,upper Burtuk
Key facts about Govt. Secondary School,upper Burtuk
- Founded
- 1975
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary Level
- Principal
- CHABBI PRADHAN
- Affiliation #
- 1820351
Govt. Secondary School,upper Burtuk is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1975, located in East Sikkim, Sikkim.
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