Vice Principal
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Key facts
- Role
- Vice Principal
- School
- Kendriya Vidyalaya
- City
- Burhanpur
- State
- Madhya Pradesh
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Contract
- Salary
- ₹9.2L – ₹21L per year
- Experience
- 7–11 years
- Posted
- 1 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 4 Aug 2026
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Vice Principal
at Kendriya Vidyalaya
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Why apply
- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Established school — running for 45+ years.
Job description
Overview
Kendriya Vidyalaya in Burhanpur, Madhya Pradesh is inviting applications for a Vice Principal. The role sits inside the school's day-to-day academic delivery and reports into the section head. About the institution: Kendriya Vidyalaya in Burhanpur, Madhya Pradesh — a senior secondary setup, established 1981, — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school invests consistently in academic resources, classroom technology, and a culture of professional respect. Role: as Vice Principal, you work closely with the Principal on academic and operational decisions — leading a section/team, driving teacher development, overseeing assessments, and holding the line on standards. 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. 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. Why join us:
- Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹9.2 LPA – ₹20.8 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 Kendriya Vidyalaya instantly. Candidates who meet the brief are invited for interviews within the week.
Common questions about this role
How much experience do I need for this Vice Principal role?
The required experience is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Schools also consider relevant internships, board-prep training and student-teaching when evaluating early-career candidates.
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
Response times vary, but shortlisted candidates are typically contacted within a week. You'll get a notification on School Jobs India the moment the school updates your application status.
Is school transport available for staff?
Many schools offer staff bus service on their main routes, either free or at a nominal fee. Availability depends on whether your home is near a school route — confirm with HR.
Can I negotiate the salary at Kendriya Vidyalaya?
Most schools have a defined band per role but the final number is negotiable within it. The strongest levers are recent teaching experience, board expertise, and willingness to take on coordinator/extra-curricular responsibilities.
Is English fluency required?
Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.
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.
Where exactly is Kendriya Vidyalaya located?
The school is in Burhanpur, Madhya Pradesh. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
What kind of professional development is offered?
Most schools run weekly/monthly in-house PD sessions on pedagogy and assessment. Funded external workshops (board-specific or subject-specific) are offered to teachers in good standing.
What questions are asked in a Vice 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 Vice Principal roles in Burhanpur.
What does a typical day look like?
School days usually run 7.5–8 hours with 5–6 teaching periods, plus prep, lunch and one or two non-teaching duties (homework checks, library, club). Saturdays vary by school.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
Kendriya Vidyalaya
Key facts about Kendriya Vidyalaya
- Founded
- 1981
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- ARVIND KUMAR SINGH
- Affiliation #
- 1000019
Kendriya Vidyalaya is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1981, located in Burhanpur, Madhya Pradesh.
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