Head of School — Mahadevi Birla World Academy Vacancy at Mahadevi Birla World Academy, Kolkata
Mahadevi Birla World AcademyKey facts
- Role
- Head of School — Mahadevi Birla World Academy
- School
- Mahadevi Birla World Academy
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹8.9L – ₹13L per year
- Experience
- 10–15 years
- Posted
- 6 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Now hiring: Head of School — Mahadevi Birla World Academy — Mahadevi Birla World Academy, Kolkata, West Bengal. Shortlisting begins immediately and interviews are being scheduled on a rolling basis. Curriculum: CBSE. The school has been running for 67+ years. Send your application via this page; the school's hiring lead reviews every submission.
Mahadevi Birla World Academy, a CBSE school in Kolkata, is hiring a Head of School.
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 World Academy is a CBSE Day School in Beniapukur, Kolkata.
What you'll handle as a Head of School — Mahadevi Birla World Academy
Contribute to school operations in line with the JD shared at the interview stage.
Working in a CBSE school
CBSE schools value teachers comfortable with conceptual lesson design, art-integrated learning and NEP 2020-aligned pedagogy.
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
Are meals provided at school?
Subsidised tea/snacks are common; full meals depend on the school. Boarding schools usually provide meals as part of the package for resident staff.
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.
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.
How much experience do I need for this Head of School — Mahadevi Birla World Academy 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.
What is the salary for this Head of School — Mahadevi Birla World Academy 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.
About Mahadevi Birla World Academy
Mahadevi Birla World Academy is a day school affiliated to CBSE, established in 1959, located in Kolkata, West Bengal.
Mahadevi Birla World Academy is a CBSE Day School in Beniapukur, Kolkata.
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Perks
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