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Principal

₹13L – ₹20L / yr6–9 yrsCloses 29 Jul 26 days left
Kanyakumari, TamilnaducontractPosted 25d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Principal
School
N V K S Higher Secondary School
City
Kanyakumari
State
Tamilnadu
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Contract
Salary
₹13L – ₹20L per year
Experience
6–9 years
Posted
8 Jun 2026
Closing date
29 Jul 2026

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Pay benchmark

Principal salary in Kanyakumari — snapshot

Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.

Entry / low
₹12.7L
per year
Typical
₹16.4L
per year
Senior / high
₹20.1L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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Principal

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  • CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
  • Established school — running for 52+ years.
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Job description

Overview

N V K S Higher Secondary School in Kanyakumari, Tamilnadu is seeking a Principal who brings both subject depth and a student-first approach. The school invests heavily in teacher development. N V K S Higher Secondary School in Kanyakumari, Tamilnadu is a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1974,. The school pairs a traditional academic core with modern classroom practices and consistent investment in faculty enablement. About the role: the Principal is a senior position blending academic leadership with operational ownership — running reviews, mentoring teachers, handling escalations, and representing the school externally. What you will do:

  • Own academic outcomes for the assigned portfolio.
  • Coach teachers, especially those in their first few years.
  • Drive disciplined execution of the academic and assessment calendar.
  • Represent the school in academic forums and audits.
  • Work with the Principal on medium-term plans. 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 (₹12.7 LPA – ₹20.1 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. Hit Apply on this page to put your CV in front of the N V K S Higher Secondary School academic lead. Selected profiles progress to a model class and a conversation with leadership.

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What is the salary for this Principal role?

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Where exactly is N V K S Higher Secondary School located?

The school is in Kanyakumari, Tamilnadu. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.

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.

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.

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.

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About the school

N V K S Higher Secondary School

Key facts about N V K S Higher Secondary School

Key facts
Founded
1974
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
SATHISH KUMAR R
Affiliation #
1930164
Address
ATTOR KANYAKUMARI DISTT. TAMIL NADU, Attor Distt. Tamil, Kanyakumari, Tamilnadu, 629191

N V K S Higher Secondary School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1974, located in Kanyakumari, Tamilnadu.

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