Principal — Mahadevi Birla Shishu Vihar Opening — Mahadevi Birla Shishu Vihar, Kolkata
Mahadevi Birla Shishu ViharKey facts
- Role
- Principal — Mahadevi Birla Shishu Vihar
- School
- Mahadevi Birla Shishu Vihar
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- ICSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹12L – ₹19L per year
- Experience
- 14–18 years
- Posted
- 7 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
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Job description
Overview
Kolkata, West Bengal — a fresh opening for a Principal — Mahadevi Birla Shishu Vihar at Mahadevi Birla Shishu Vihar. Curriculum: ICSE. The school has been running for 81+ years. Use the Apply button to register your interest — interviews are usually scheduled within 5–7 days.
Mahadevi Birla Shishu Vihar, a ICSE school in Kolkata, is hiring a Principal.
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:
- 8-20 years of relevant experience
- Postgraduate degree with B.Ed; proven leadership track record
About the school: Mahadevi Birla Shishu Vihar is a ICSE Day School in Ballygunge, Kolkata.
What you'll handle as a Principal — Mahadevi Birla Shishu Vihar
Set the academic calendar, drive curriculum standards, chair leadership meetings, and represent the school with parents, regulators and the community.
Working in an ICSE school
ICSE/ISC schools prize depth of content, structured English-medium delivery and rigorous internal assessment cycles.
Working conditions
Day-school setup: regular school hours, scheduled events and standard term breaks.
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 do I apply for this Principal — Mahadevi Birla Shishu Vihar 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 B.Ed mandatory for this role?
For most K-12 teaching positions in India a B.Ed (or NIOS D.El.Ed for primary) is preferred and often required by board affiliations. Some pre-primary and special-skill roles accept relevant certification in lieu.
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.
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.
Is English fluency required?
Yes — instruction is in English at most ICSE/ISC schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.
About Mahadevi Birla Shishu Vihar
Mahadevi Birla Shishu Vihar is a day school affiliated to ICSE, established in 1945, located in Kolkata, West Bengal.
Mahadevi Birla Shishu Vihar is a ICSE Day School in Ballygunge, Kolkata.
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