Principal — Orchids The International School

₹10L – ₹17.7LCBSEfull-timeOn-site11–16 yrsCloses 2 Oct
● posted 16 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

·Own admissions strategy and student-retention outcomes.
·Represent the school with the board, regulators and the wider community.
·Drive teacher PD across the year, in-house and external.
·Approve and monitor the annual budget.
·Hire, coach and (where needed) exit faculty to maintain the standard.

Requirements

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.

Working conditions

This is a day school — standard working hours with weekend off, occasional events and parent-teacher meetings.

Career path

Explore adjacent roles teachers move to next in Chennai.

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

Salary & benefits

₹10L – ₹17.7L / yrTransportationAlumni AssociationMedical RoomWifiSmart ClassesAC ClassesRampsWashrooms

Pay benchmark — Principal — Orchids The International School in Chennai

₹10L / yr
ENTRY / LOW
₹10L – ₹17.7L / yr
TYPICAL
₹17.7L / yr
SENIOR / HIGH
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.

Full job description

Overview

Orchids The International School (Chennai, Tamil Nadu) is inviting applications for a Principal — Orchids The International School. Curriculum: CBSE. Use the Apply button to register your interest — the school contacts shortlisted candidates directly.

Orchids The International School, a CBSE school in Chennai, is hiring a Principal.

Key responsibilities:

  • Lead the school's academic and operational vision
  • Mentor faculty and coordinators
  • Engage with parents and the management committee
  • Drive curriculum and student outcomes

Requirements:

  • 8-20 years of relevant experience
  • Postgraduate degree with B.Ed; proven leadership track record

About the school: Orchids The International School is a CBSE Day School in Manapakkam, Chennai.

What you'll handle as a Principal — Orchids The International School

Lead the academic vision, hire and mentor faculty, manage parent and board relations, and own school-wide outcomes from admissions to results day.

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.

Working conditions

This is a day school — standard working hours with weekend off, occasional events and parent-teacher meetings.

About teaching in Chennai

Chennai schools span Matriculation, CBSE, ICSE and IB, with strong English-medium demand across the city.

Orchids The International School
CBSE · Chennai
CBSE
BOARD
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
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