Kolkata: Personal Assistant to Principal — Modern High School International Job at Modern High School International

Modern High School International
Kolkata, West Bengalfull-time₹18L – ₹27L / yrIGCSE14–18 yrs expPosted 3d ago

Key facts

Role
Personal Assistant to Principal — Modern High School International
School
Modern High School International
City
Kolkata
State
West Bengal
Board
IGCSE
School type
Day School
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹18L – ₹27L per year
Experience
14–18 years
Posted
17 Jun 2026
Closing date
18 Aug 2026
Day School
Est. 1952

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Job description

Overview

Modern High School International, a IGCSE school in Kolkata, is hiring a Personal Assistant to 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:

  • 2-6 years of relevant experience
  • Postgraduate degree with B.Ed; proven leadership track record

About the school: Modern High School for Girls was founded in 1952 by Smt. Rukmani Devi Birla. Modern High School International, established by Smt. Nirmala Birla, started as the international wing of Modern High School for Girls, Kolkata in 2018 has been formally inaugurated by Dr Krishnaswamy Kasturirangan on 16th December 2023. The school has evolved from being an all-girls’ institution to becoming a co-educational institution. As a school we are committed to developing thinking, independent, caring and responsible young individuals.

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About Modern High School International

Modern High School for Girls was founded in 1952 by Smt. Rukmani Devi Birla. Modern High School International, established by Smt. Nirmala Birla, started as the international wing of Modern High School for Girls, Kolkata in 2018 has been formally inaugurated by Dr Krishnaswamy Kasturirangan on 16th December 2023. The school has evolved from being an all-girls’ institution to becoming a co-educational institution. As a school we are committed to developing thinking, independent, caring and responsible young individuals.

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