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Principal

₹12L – ₹13L / yr5–9 yrsCloses 28 Jul 25 days left
Kannur, Keralafull-timePosted 34d ago
CBSE
Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Principal
School
Niveditha Vidyalayam
City
Kannur
State
Kerala
Board
CBSE
School type
Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹12L – ₹13L per year
Experience
5–9 years
Posted
30 May 2026
Closing date
28 Jul 2026

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Pay benchmark

Principal salary in Kannur — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹12.1L
per year
Typical
₹12.4L
per year
Senior / high
₹12.7L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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  • CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
  • Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Immediate opening: Principal at Niveditha Vidyalayam in Kannur, Kerala. Open to both seasoned practitioners and early-career candidates with strong potential. About Niveditha Vidyalayam: a secondary institution in Kannur, Kerala — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2003,. 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. Day to day, you will:

  • Run faculty meetings, academic reviews, and section-level planning.
  • Observe classes, give actionable feedback, follow up on teacher development.
  • Approve calendars, assessment papers, and major parent communication.
  • Engage with leadership on hiring, budgets, and infrastructure needs.
  • Spend time on the floor — corridors, classrooms, labs — to read the school accurately. 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. Why join us:
  • Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹12.1 LPA – ₹12.7 LPA).
  • Reasonable workload with planned holidays per the calendar.
  • Real ownership of your subject/function from day one.
  • A leadership team that listens, supports, and gives credit.
  • A campus that respects educators as professionals. Complete your application through this page with your latest CV and references. The recruitment desk at Niveditha Vidyalayam reviews every profile that arrives via the platform.

Common questions about this role

What's the interview process like for this teaching role?

Most schools have 2–3 rounds: an HR call, a demo lesson, then a leadership interview. Be ready to walk through one of your lesson plans and how you handle classroom management.

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.

How much experience do I need for this Principal role?

Refer to the experience range posted on this page. If you're close to the minimum, apply with a strong demo lesson plan or portfolio — many schools flex by ±1 year for the right candidate.

How do I make a resume for a CBSE Principal job?

A CBSE-focused resume works best when it starts with a role-anchored headline, highlights B.Ed/CTET/PD upfront, and lists measurable outcomes (result percentages, project launches, retention) under each school. Skip generic corporate objectives. The School Jobs India resume builder has a ready template you can fill in and download.

Is background verification done before joining?

Yes — most schools run document and reference verification, and many use third-party background checks. Keep your last 2–3 employer references and original certificates ready.

I'm serving notice — should I still apply?

Yes. Most schools accept candidates with up to 60 days of notice. Mention your last working day clearly in your application so the school can plan the joining accordingly.

What non-teaching duties are expected?

Common non-teaching duties include exam invigilation, homework correction, parent-teacher meetings, one co-curricular activity, and being a homeroom/tutor-group mentor.

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About the school

Niveditha Vidyalayam

Key facts about Niveditha Vidyalayam

Key facts
Founded
2003
Board
CBSE
Type
Secondary Level
Principal
PRADEEPAN M
Affiliation #
931010
Address
PO PUNNAD (VIA) IRITTY (DT) KANNUR, Punnad (via) Iritty, Kannur, Kerala, 670703

Niveditha Vidyalayam is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2003, located in Kannur, Kerala.

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