Vice Principal
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Key facts
- Role
- Vice Principal
- School
- Pathfinder Boarding School
- City
- Haldwani
- State
- uttarakhand-boarding-schools haldwani
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Middle
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹12.0L – ₹13.9L per year
- Experience
- 6–9 years
- Posted
- 20 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 4 Aug 2026
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Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
State-board private schools sit at the lower end; government schools follow published pay scales.
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Why apply
- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
Job description
Overview
Pathfinder Boarding School is looking for a Vice Principal in Haldwani, uttarakhand-boarding-schools haldwani to strengthen its academic team. The school encourages peer observation and continuous professional learning. Pathfinder Boarding School in Haldwani, uttarakhand-boarding-schools haldwani functions as a middle school institution — a State Board-affiliated school, established 2018,. The leadership team is closely involved in academic planning and faculty support, with a sharp focus on classroom impact. Details: a high-ownership leadership role. The Vice 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. What we offer:
- Competitive, on-time salary (₹12.0 LPA – ₹13.9 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 Pathfinder Boarding School instantly. Candidates who meet the brief are invited for interviews within the week.
Common questions about this role
When does the school want the joining date to be?
Most school roles aim for a joining around the start of the next academic month or term. Once shortlisted, the school will agree a realistic date based on your notice period.
How do I write an application email for this Vice Principal role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "Vice Principal application — Pathfinder Boarding School"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Pathfinder Boarding School and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
Where exactly is Pathfinder Boarding School located?
The school is in Haldwani, uttarakhand-boarding-schools haldwani. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
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.
What arrangements are there for women teachers' commute and safety?
Most reputable schools in Haldwani run staff transport (bus or shared cab) covering the main residential clusters, with women-first drop after evening duties. On-campus, ICC (Internal Complaints Committee) compliance is standard. Confirm the route map and the last drop time during the interview.
What is the leave policy?
Schools usually offer 10–18 leaves per year on top of public/school holidays. Earned-leave encashment policies vary — check the offer letter.
Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?
For most K-12 teaching positions in India a B.Ed (or NIOS D.El.Ed for primary) is preferred and often required by board affiliations. Some pre-primary and special-skill roles accept relevant certification in lieu.
Is school transport available for staff?
Many schools offer staff bus service on their main routes, either free or at a nominal fee. Availability depends on whether your home is near a school route — confirm with HR.
What is the average Vice Principal salary in Haldwani?
Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to Vice Principal roles in Haldwani. As a rough anchor, city tier and board affiliation move the number by 20-40% — IB and Cambridge schools sit at the top, state-board privates at the base.
Does Pathfinder Boarding School help with relocation from another city?
Relocation support varies by school. Residential campuses often include free accommodation and meals; day schools may offer a one-time shifting allowance or help with local rental scouting. Confirm the specifics in writing before you accept.
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Key facts about Pathfinder Boarding School
- Founded
- 2018
- Board
- State Board
- Type
- Middle
- Student-teacher ratio
- 12:1
Pathfinder, a co-educational boarding school, is located on the Haldwani to Jim Corbett Road in Haldwani, Nainital. The school provides a safe, happy, and healthy environment and fundamental values that give a wide range of learning experiences to each student. Pathfinder school designed to provide a balance of scholastic & co-scholastic development, such as academic, physical, artistic opportunities to reach their highest interest level. These are designed to develop a whole child for their 7 skills; these are Physical, Intellectual, Spiritual, Moral, Cultural, Social, and Emotional development. We give technology-based education for their future goals. Mission To create safe, happy, healthy and enjoyable environs focused the holistic development for their steps to a great future. Vision To run an institution with application based education that drives height of excellence to find a path for future leaders.
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