Principal

Nehru Montessori Higher Secondary School· Est. 1964 · CBSE · Burhanpur
₹9.6L – ₹14.9LCBSEfull-timeOn-site7–11 yrs1 openings⏱ Closes 5 Oct
● posted 9 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

This school follows the CBSE framework, so expect continuous and comprehensive assessment, NEP-aligned competency questions, and a strong emphasis on subject enrichment activities.

Career path

Explore adjacent roles teachers move to next in Burhanpur.

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

Salary & benefits

₹9.6L – ₹14.9L / yr

Pay benchmark — Principal in Burhanpur

₹9.6L / yr
ENTRY / LOW
₹9.6L – ₹14.9L / yr
TYPICAL
₹14.9L / yr
SENIOR / HIGH
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.

Full job description

Overview

Applications are invited for a Principal at Nehru Montessori Higher Secondary School in Burhanpur, Madhya Pradesh. A long-term, full-time engagement aligned with the school's commitment to consistent delivery. Nehru Montessori Higher Secondary School in Burhanpur, Madhya Pradesh operates as a senior secondary school, established 1964, — a CBSE-affiliated school. A settled, professional environment with clear academic systems, structured staff meetings, and steady infrastructure investment. 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. Requirements:
  • Master's degree with a relevant teaching qualification (B.Ed./M.Ed. preferred).
  • Significant classroom experience plus years in coordination/leadership.
  • Calm, confident judgement with students, parents, and staff.
  • Clear writing for academic plans, reports, and parent communication.
  • A track record of building and retaining strong teaching teams. What we offer:
  • Competitive, on-time salary (₹9.6 LPA – ₹14.9 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. Apply through the platform using the button above; your profile lands with Nehru Montessori Higher Secondary School instantly. Candidates who meet the brief are invited for interviews within the week.
Nehru Montessori Higher Secondary School
CBSE · Burhanpur · Est. 1964
1964
FOUNDED
CBSE
BOARD
senior secondary
LEVEL
English
MEDIUM
Mercy John Pulinelukumkalayil
PRINCIPAL
1030231
AFFILIATION
Burhanpur, Madhya Pradesh
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