Vice Principal
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Key facts
- Role
- Vice Principal
- School
- Odisha Adarsh Vidyalaya, Gahirapatuli
- City
- Jajpur
- State
- Odisha
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹11L – ₹13L per year
- Experience
- 7–12 years
- Posted
- 29 May 2026
- Closing date
- 10 Aug 2026
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Vice Principal
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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.
Job description
Overview
We are looking for a Vice Principal to join Odisha Adarsh Vidyalaya, Gahirapatuli in Jajpur, Odisha. You will work alongside an experienced team that takes student outcomes seriously. Odisha Adarsh Vidyalaya, Gahirapatuli, established 2017, runs as a senior secondary campus in Jajpur, Odisha — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school believes a strong campus is built on its teachers and works to be a place where faculty want to stay. About the role: the Vice Principal is a senior position blending academic leadership with operational ownership — running reviews, mentoring teachers, handling escalations, and representing the school externally. Responsibilities:
- Lead the assigned section/department on academic and operational matters.
- Mentor teachers through observation, feedback, and development plans.
- Oversee assessment cycles, result analysis, and improvement plans.
- Handle parent escalations professionally and represent the school externally.
- Drive a culture of academic rigour, discipline, and student wellbeing. Candidate requirements:
- Senior educator with a balanced view of academics and operations.
- Proven ability to mentor teachers and improve outcomes over time.
- Strong stakeholder management — board, parents, regulators, vendors.
- Comfortable with data — assessments, attendance, faculty metrics.
- A long-term thinker who can also execute well in the short term. Compensation and environment:
- Salary structured fairly across roles (₹11.3 LPA – ₹12.9 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. Complete your application via the button on this listing so Odisha Adarsh Vidyalaya, Gahirapatuli receives your details directly. Matching profiles are shortlisted promptly and contacted by the academic office.
Common questions about this role
What is the salary for this Vice Principal role?
Refer to the salary range posted on this page. Most schools negotiate within this band based on your last drawn CTC and relevant experience.
How do I write an application email for this Vice Principal role?
Use a clear subject line with role and your name, open with which vacancy you're applying to, then a 4-5 line summary of qualifications, teaching experience and notice period. Close with availability for a demo lesson and interview. Attach a one-page PDF resume — long text bodies get skimmed.
Is the salary CTC or in-hand?
Most Indian schools quote annual CTC. In-hand is typically 85–90% of CTC after PF, professional tax and (where applicable) income tax — exact deductions are confirmed at offer stage.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Odisha Adarsh Vidyalaya, Gahirapatuli follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
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.
Do I have to work weekends?
Standard week is Monday to Saturday (often half-day Saturday). Occasional event Sundays exist (Annual Day, Sports Day, admissions test days) and are usually compensated with a comp-off.
What questions are asked in a Vice Principal interview?
Panels usually ask about your teaching philosophy, a demo lesson walkthrough, how you handle discipline and parents, and syllabus familiarity. See the "Interview questions & answers" section on this page for six of the most common ones and how to answer them.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
Odisha Adarsh Vidyalaya, Gahirapatuli
Key facts about Odisha Adarsh Vidyalaya, Gahirapatuli
- Founded
- 2017
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- BINOD BIHARI AICH
- Affiliation #
- 1520133
Odisha Adarsh Vidyalaya, Gahirapatuli is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2017, located in Jajpur, Odisha.
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Interview questions & answers for Vice Principal
Common questions Indian schools ask for Vice Principal roles in Jajpur (CBSE panel) — with a short sample answer for each so you can walk in prepared.
1. How do you develop and mentor teachers on your team?
Describe a structured cycle: goal-setting → learning walks → post-observation coaching → one PD focus per term. Mention how you'd differentiate between an early-career teacher and a mid-career specialist — leaders are hired on their systems, not their opinions.
2. How should I answer the salary expectation question?
Give a range, not a single number. Anchor on the typical Vice Principal band in Jajpur (see the Salary snapshot on this page) plus a 10-15% premium for your experience. Say you're open to discussion once the role scope is confirmed.
3. Why do you want to work at Odisha Adarsh Vidyalaya, Gahirapatuli?
Show you've done the homework: reference the CBSE curriculum, the Jajpur campus, and one specific programme or value from their website. Tie it to what you bring — pedagogy, subject expertise or a co-curricular strength.
4. What questions should I ask at the end?
Ask three: one about the team (department size, coordinator style), one about growth (PD budget, appraisal cadence), and one about the school (a specific programme). Avoid opening with leave/salary questions unless the panel invites them.
5. Will I need to submit a sample lesson plan?
Assume yes — most CBSE schools ask for one alongside the demo. Structure it as: objective → prior knowledge check → input (10 min) → guided practice → independent task → plenary. Include differentiation notes and one assessment prompt.
6. How do you use technology in the classroom?
Pick one or two tools you actually use (Google Classroom, Kahoot, Nearpod, a subject-specific simulator) and tie them to a learning outcome, not novelty. If Odisha Adarsh Vidyalaya, Gahirapatuli runs a specific LMS, mention you'd upskill on it in the first month.