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Principal

₹9.7L – ₹22L / yr6–9 yrsCloses 3 Sept
Hazaribagh, Jharkhandfull-timePosted 13d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Principal
School
Holy Cross School, Holy Cross Road
City
Hazaribagh
State
Jharkhand
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹9.7L – ₹22L per year
Experience
6–9 years
Posted
20 Jun 2026
Closing date
3 Sept 2026

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Pay benchmark

Principal salary in Hazaribagh — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹9.7L
per year
Typical
₹15.8L
per year
Senior / high
₹21.8L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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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.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Applications are invited for a Principal at Holy Cross School, Holy Cross Road in Hazaribagh, Jharkhand. A long-term, full-time engagement aligned with the school's commitment to consistent delivery. Holy Cross School, Holy Cross Road in Hazaribagh, Jharkhand functions as a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2006,. The leadership team is closely involved in academic planning and faculty support, with a sharp focus on classroom impact. Position: as Principal, you are part of the school's leadership group. The role demands strong judgement, calm execution, and a clear point of view on what good schooling looks like. 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. Why join us:
  • Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹9.7 LPA – ₹21.8 LPA).
  • Reasonable workload with planned holidays per the calendar.
  • Real ownership of your subject/function from day one.
  • A leadership team that listens, supports, and gives credit.
  • A campus that respects educators as professionals. Apply through the platform using the button above; your profile lands with Holy Cross School, Holy Cross Road instantly. Candidates who meet the brief are invited for interviews within the week.

Common questions about this role

Is this a remote / work-from-home opportunity?

School roles are on-site by default — classroom teaching and student supervision require physical presence. Online tutoring openings are tagged separately on School Jobs India.

What questions are asked in a Principal interview?

Typical rounds cover self-introduction, why teaching, classroom-management scenarios, subject/syllabus knowledge, and one differentiation scenario. Scroll to "Interview questions & answers" below for six sample questions with model answers tuned for Principal roles in Hazaribagh.

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.

What is the average Principal salary in Hazaribagh?

Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to Principal roles in Hazaribagh. 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.

Is the salary CTC or in-hand?

Schools quote CTC by default. In-hand depends on PF (12% employee share), professional tax, and your tax slab — ask HR for a sample salary structure before accepting.

How do I write an application email for this Principal role?

Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "Principal application — Holy Cross School, Holy Cross Road"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Holy Cross School, Holy Cross Road and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.

Which curriculum does the school follow?

Holy Cross School, Holy Cross Road follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.

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About the school

Holy Cross School, Holy Cross Road

Key facts about Holy Cross School, Holy Cross Road

Key facts
Founded
2006
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
MINI ABRAHAM
Affiliation #
3430304
Address
HOLY CROSS ROAD, OPP. PTC GROUND HAZARIBAG, Holy Cross Road, Hazaribagh, Jharkhand, 825301

Holy Cross School, Holy Cross Road is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2006, located in Hazaribagh, Jharkhand.

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