Head of School — Modern Academy Vacancy at Modern Academy, Ghaziabad

Modern Academy
Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradeshfull-time₹7.3L – ₹11L / yrCBSE10–14 yrs expPosted 14d ago

Key facts

Role
Head of School — Modern Academy
School
Modern Academy
City
Ghaziabad
State
Uttar Pradesh
Board
CBSE
School type
Day School
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹7.3L – ₹11L per year
Experience
10–14 years
Posted
6 Jun 2026
Closing date
18 Aug 2026
Day School
Est. 1996

Job description

Overview

Now hiring: Head of School — Modern Academy — Modern Academy, Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh. Shortlisting begins immediately and interviews are being scheduled on a rolling basis. Curriculum: CBSE. The school has been running for 30+ years. Send your application via this page; the school's hiring lead reviews every submission.

Modern Academy, a CBSE school in Ghaziabad, 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: Modern Academy is a CBSE Day School in Modi Nagar, Ghaziabad.

What you'll handle as a Head of School — Modern Academy

Support the school's day-to-day operations as outlined by the hiring team during the interview.

Working in a CBSE school

As a CBSE-affiliated school, the calendar is structured around term-wise assessments, project work and board-format mocks for senior grades.

Working conditions

Day-school setup: regular school hours, scheduled events and standard term breaks.

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.

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.

When are increments and bonuses given?

Most schools run yearly increments tied to the academic calendar (April cycle). Bonus structure depends on the school — confirm in writing before accepting the offer.

Is accommodation provided?

Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.

Will I get PF and statutory benefits?

Most registered schools enrol staff in EPF from day one and pay statutory gratuity. ESI cover applies if your gross is within the eligibility limit at joining.

About Modern Academy

Modern Academy is a day school affiliated to CBSE, established in 1996, located in Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh.

Modern Academy is a CBSE Day School in Modi Nagar, Ghaziabad.

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Working at Modern Academy

Perks

Medical RoomTransportationWifiSmart ClassesArt and CraftDanceMusicCafeteria/CanteenLibrary/Reading RoomPlaygroundComputer LabScience Lab

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Modern Academy campus 1

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