Principal

Podar International School, Ahmedabad· Est. 2010 · CBSE · Ahmedabad
₹8.8L – ₹25.2LCBSEfull-timeOn-site7–10 yrs1 openings⏱ Closes 2 Nov
● posted 8 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

·Set the school's annual academic and operational plan.
·Hire, coach and (where needed) exit faculty to maintain the standard.
·Chair leadership-team meetings and own the school's KPIs.
·Lead parent communication — newsletters, escalations and the annual address.
·Represent the school with the board, regulators and the wider community.

Requirements

Role details

Vacancies
1

Working in a CBSE school

CBSE schools value teachers comfortable with conceptual lesson design, art-integrated learning and NEP 2020-aligned pedagogy.

Career path

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

Salary & benefits

₹8.8L – ₹25.2L / yr

Pay benchmark — Principal in Ahmedabad

₹8.8L / yr
ENTRY / LOW
₹8.8L – ₹25.2L / yr
TYPICAL
₹25.2L / yr
SENIOR / HIGH
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.

Full job description

Overview

Podar International School, Ahmedabad invites applications for a Principal in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. The role is integral to our academic calendar, with reasonable workload and clear deliverables. School profile: Podar International School, Ahmedabad in Ahmedabad, Gujarat — a senior secondary setup, established 2010, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Recognised for structured academic planning, regular parent engagement, and a deliberate culture of student mentorship. 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. Compensation and environment:
  • Salary structured fairly across roles (₹8.8 LPA – ₹25.2 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. Apply through the platform using the button above; your profile lands with Podar International School, Ahmedabad instantly. Candidates who meet the brief are invited for interviews within the week.
Podar International School, Ahmedabad
CBSE · Ahmedabad · Est. 2010
2010
FOUNDED
CBSE
BOARD
senior secondary
LEVEL
English
MEDIUM
PALAT CHIRAKKARA SREENARAYANAN
PRINCIPAL
430163
AFFILIATION
Ahmedabad, Gujarat
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