Principal

Nalanda Higher Secondary School· Est. 2010 · CBSE · Katni
₹11.7L – ₹26.6LCBSEfull-timeOn-site6–9 yrs1 openingsCloses 16 Sep
● posted 1 Jun

Why apply

Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.

What you'll handle

·Make the final call on disciplinary and safeguarding matters.
·Oversee compliance — affiliation, fire safety, child-safety policies.
·Drive teacher PD across the year, in-house and external.
·Approve and monitor the annual budget.
·Own admissions strategy and student-retention outcomes.

Requirements

Role details

Vacancies
1

Working in a CBSE school

CBSE schools value teachers comfortable with conceptual lesson design, art-integrated learning and NEP 2020-aligned pedagogy.

Career path

Explore adjacent roles teachers move to next in Katni.

  1. Coordinator
  2. Academic Coordinator
  3. Vice Principal
  4. Principal

Salary & benefits

₹11.7L – ₹26.6L / yr

Pay benchmark — Principal in Katni

₹11.7L / yr
ENTRY / LOW
₹11.7L – ₹26.6L / yr
TYPICAL
₹26.6L / yr
SENIOR / HIGH
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.

Full job description

Overview

Nalanda Higher Secondary School invites applications for a Principal in Katni, Madhya Pradesh. The role is integral to our academic calendar, with reasonable workload and clear deliverables. About Nalanda Higher Secondary School: a senior secondary institution in Katni, Madhya Pradesh — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2010,. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. Details: a high-ownership leadership role. The Principal leads by example in classrooms, faculty meetings, and parent interactions, while keeping the school's long-term direction in view. 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. Qualifications and skills:
  • Master's degree with a recognised teaching/leadership qualification.
  • Track record of leading improvement at section or school level.
  • Hiring, coaching, performance management, and conflict resolution skills.
  • Solid grasp of curriculum, assessment, and parent communication.
  • High professional integrity and a clear communication style. What we offer:
  • Competitive, on-time salary (₹11.7 LPA – ₹26.6 LPA).
  • Defined working hours aligned with the school timetable.
  • Investment in your growth — training, mentorship, peer learning.
  • A respectful work environment focused on outcomes.
  • Access to school resources, libraries, labs, and digital tools. Hit Apply on this page to put your CV in front of the Nalanda Higher Secondary School academic lead. Selected profiles progress to a model class and a conversation with leadership.
Nalanda Higher Secondary School
CBSE · Senior Secondary Level · Katni · Est. 2010
2010
FOUNDED
CBSE
BOARD
Senior Secondary Level
LEVEL
LATA GUPTA
PRINCIPAL
1031141
AFFILIATION
Katni, Madhya Pradesh
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