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Key facts
- Role
- Principal
- School
- Lakes International School
- City
- Nainital
- State
- Uttarakhand
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹8.1L – ₹21.4L per year
- Experience
- 7–10 years
- Posted
- 23 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 9 Aug 2026
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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 25+ years.
Job description
Overview
Lakes International School is hiring a Principal in Nainital, Uttarakhand. The role is well-scoped, supported by detailed academic planning, and offers a clear path for professional growth. Lakes International School, established 2001, is a senior secondary school in Nainital, Uttarakhand — a CBSE-affiliated school. The working culture is collaborative, professional, and grounded in student-centred decisions. Details: a high-ownership leadership role. The Principal leads by example in classrooms, faculty meetings, and parent interactions, while keeping the school's long-term direction in view. Day to day, you will:
- Run faculty meetings, academic reviews, and section-level planning.
- Observe classes, give actionable feedback, follow up on teacher development.
- Approve calendars, assessment papers, and major parent communication.
- Engage with leadership on hiring, budgets, and infrastructure needs.
- Spend time on the floor — corridors, classrooms, labs — to read the school accurately. 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 (₹8.1 LPA – ₹21.4 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. Click Apply at the top of this page to share your profile with Lakes International School. Suitable applicants are contacted directly to schedule the next round of conversations.
Common questions about this role
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
Most schools review applications within 5–10 working days. If you don't hear back in two weeks, the role has usually been filled or paused — keep applying to similar openings in the meantime.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Lakes International School follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
Is background verification done before joining?
Standard pre-joining checks cover qualification documents, prior employment, and reference calls. Some larger groups also do criminal-record verification.
Is accommodation provided?
Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.
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.
When does the school want the joining date to be?
Most school roles aim for a joining around the start of the next academic month or term. Once shortlisted, the school will agree a realistic date based on your notice period.
What arrangements are there for women teachers' commute and safety?
Most reputable schools in Nainital run staff transport (bus or shared cab) covering the main residential clusters, with women-first drop after evening duties. On-campus, ICC (Internal Complaints Committee) compliance is standard. Confirm the route map and the last drop time during the interview.
How do I apply for this Principal vacancy?
Use the "Apply" button on this page to submit your application directly through School Jobs India. A free candidate account is required so the school can reach you.
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.
What is the average Principal salary in Nainital?
Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to Principal roles in Nainital. 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.
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Key facts about Lakes International School
- Founded
- 2001
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 25:1
Lakes International School, Bhimtal came in to existence in May 2001. Within short span of a yrs the institution’s contribution has been laudable and it has emerged as one of the leading Residential co – educational institutions affiliated to CBSE, Delhi. The school is recognized for its progressive education with a definite accent on the sacred Indian Culture and traditions.L.I.S has emerged as an eminent, Educational entity since the last one decade, imparting not only technology oriented prolific education, but also serving as a launching platform for innumerable remunerative careers.
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