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Key facts
- Role
- Principal
- School
- Maharishi Vidya Mandir, Kavaraipettai-sathyavedu Highway
- City
- Thiruvallur
- State
- Tamilnadu
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹8.5L – ₹18.8L per year
- Experience
- 5–8 years
- Posted
- 1 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 14 Aug 2026
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Job description
Overview
An opening for a Principal in Thiruvallur, Tamilnadu at Maharishi Vidya Mandir, Kavaraipettai-sathyavedu Highway. The school is expanding its team for the new session and welcomes both experienced and high-potential candidates. About Maharishi Vidya Mandir, Kavaraipettai-sathyavedu Highway: a secondary institution in Thiruvallur, Tamilnadu — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2020,. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. Position: as Principal, you are part of the school's leadership group. The role demands strong judgement, calm execution, and a clear point of view on what good schooling looks like. Responsibilities:
- Lead the assigned section/department on academic and operational matters.
- Mentor teachers through observation, feedback, and development plans.
- Oversee assessment cycles, result analysis, and improvement plans.
- Handle parent escalations professionally and represent the school externally.
- Drive a culture of academic rigour, discipline, and student wellbeing. 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. Compensation and environment:
- Salary structured fairly across roles (₹8.5 LPA – ₹18.8 LPA).
- A calendar that respects academic delivery and personal time.
- Internal training, peer observation, and external workshops.
- A calm, professional, student-centred campus culture.
- Real backing from the leadership team when it matters. Submit your application online from this page to be considered by Maharishi Vidya Mandir, Kavaraipettai-sathyavedu Highway. Interview slots are scheduled after profile review, typically inside five to seven working days.
Common questions about this role
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.
Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Most schools expect weekly lesson plans submitted to the coordinator/HOD, plus unit plans at the start of each term. Templates are usually provided.
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.
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Where exactly is Maharishi Vidya Mandir, Kavaraipettai-sathyavedu Highway located?
The school is in Thiruvallur, Tamilnadu. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
Schools usually shortlist within a week or two. Set up a job alert for similar roles so you don't miss the next match if this one doesn't move forward.
What non-teaching duties are expected?
Beyond teaching periods you'll typically own a homeroom, run one club/activity, support exam logistics, and contribute to one school-wide initiative each term.
Do staff get fee concession for their children?
Many established schools offer 50–100% tuition concession for the children of full-time staff, subject to admission criteria. Confirm specifics in the offer letter.
What arrangements are there for women teachers' commute and safety?
Most reputable schools in Thiruvallur 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.
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Key facts about Maharishi Vidya Mandir, Kavaraipettai-sathyavedu Highway
- Founded
- 2020
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary Level
- Principal
- THILAGA S
- Affiliation #
- 1931434
Maharishi Vidya Mandir, Kavaraipettai-sathyavedu Highway is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2020, located in Thiruvallur, Tamilnadu.
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