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Key facts
- Role
- Head of School
- School
- Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya, Baghmara
- City
- West Garo Hills
- State
- Meghalaya
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹9.2L – ₹19.6L per year
- Experience
- 5–10 years
- Posted
- 8 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 6 Aug 2026
Head of School salary in West Garo Hills — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
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.
Job description
Overview
An opening for a Head of School in West Garo Hills, Meghalaya at Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya, Baghmara. The school is expanding its team for the new session and welcomes both experienced and high-potential candidates. About Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya, Baghmara in West Garo Hills, Meghalaya: a senior secondary institution, established 1986, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Known locally for steady academic delivery, a stable faculty base, and a balanced mix of academics, sports, and the arts. About the role: the Head of School is a senior position blending academic leadership with operational ownership — running reviews, mentoring teachers, handling escalations, and representing the school externally. What you will do:
- Own academic outcomes for the assigned portfolio.
- Coach teachers, especially those in their first few years.
- Drive disciplined execution of the academic and assessment calendar.
- Represent the school in academic forums and audits.
- Work with the Principal on medium-term plans. Ideal candidate — you have:
- 8+ years in school education with leadership exposure.
- Direct experience running a section, department, or full school.
- A point of view on good teaching, good assessments, and good schools.
- Patience to coach and firmness to enforce standards.
- Strong personal organisation across multiple workstreams. Benefits and culture:
- Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹9.2 LPA – ₹19.6 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. Send your CV through this listing — no separate email is required for Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya, Baghmara. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.
Common questions about this role
Do I have to work weekends?
Most day schools follow a 6-day or 5.5-day week with Sundays off. Occasional Saturdays may go to events, parent meetings, or PD sessions.
I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Absolutely — schools regularly hire candidates on notice. Be upfront about your release date so interview scheduling and the offer timeline can be aligned.
Where exactly is Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya, Baghmara located?
The school is in West Garo Hills, Meghalaya. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
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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.
Is this a fixed-term or open-ended contract?
Most permanent teaching roles in Indian K-12 schools are open-ended after a 3–6 month probation. The offer letter you receive will state the exact terms, including probation, notice period and confirmation criteria.
What is the average Head of School salary in West Garo Hills?
Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to Head of School roles in West Garo Hills. 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.
What is the salary for this Head of School 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.
How long after the interview until I get an offer letter?
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Key facts about Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya, Baghmara
- Founded
- 1986
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- PRAKASH KUMAR GUPTA
- Affiliation #
- 1340003
Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya, Baghmara is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1986, located in West Garo Hills, Meghalaya.
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