Kolkata: Dean — Ideal Secondary School Job at Ideal Secondary School

Ideal Secondary School
Kolkata, West Bengalfull-time₹2.9L – ₹4.2L / yrState Board3–7 yrs expPosted 7d ago

Key facts

Role
Dean — Ideal Secondary School
School
Ideal Secondary School
City
Kolkata
State
West Bengal
Board
State Board
School type
Day School
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹2.9L – ₹4.2L per year
Experience
3–7 years
Posted
14 Jun 2026
Closing date
18 Aug 2026
Verified school
Day School
Est. 1973

Job description

Overview

Ideal Secondary School (Kolkata, West Bengal) is inviting applications for a Dean — Ideal Secondary School. The school has been running for 53+ years. Curriculum: STATE BOARD. Apply directly through this listing — your profile is shared with the school as soon as you submit.

Ideal Secondary School, a State Board school in Kolkata, is hiring a Dean.

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:

  • 5-12 years of relevant experience
  • Postgraduate degree with B.Ed; proven leadership track record

About the school: Ideal Secondary School is a State Board Day School in South Dumdum, Kolkata.

What you'll handle as a Dean — Ideal Secondary School

Support the school's day-to-day operations as outlined by the hiring team during the interview.

Working in a STATE BOARD school

State-board schools value teachers who can translate concepts in the regional language and align to the state textbook.

Working conditions

This is a day school — standard working hours with weekend off, occasional events and parent-teacher meetings.

About teaching in Kolkata

Kolkata has historic ICSE and CBSE schools alongside growing IB options, with hiring concentrated around March–May.

Common questions about this role

How much experience do I need for this Dean — Ideal Secondary School role?

Refer to the experience range posted on this page. If you're close to the minimum, apply with a strong demo lesson plan or portfolio — many schools flex by ±1 year for the right candidate.

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 background verification done before joining?

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.

Is school transport available for staff?

Staff transport varies. Larger schools with their own fleet usually allow staff onboarding on existing routes; smaller schools may not run dedicated routes.

When does the school want the joining date to be?

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.

About Ideal Secondary School

Ideal Secondary School is a day school affiliated to State Board, established in 1973, located in Kolkata, West Bengal.

Ideal Secondary School is a State Board Day School in South Dumdum, Kolkata.

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Working at Ideal Secondary School

Perks

Alumni AssociationWifiSmart ClassesDebatePicnics and excursionMusicDramaArt and CraftDanceGardeningLibrary/Reading RoomPlayground

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