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Key facts
- Role
- Principal
- School
- Podar International School (360007)
- City
- Rajkot
- State
- Gujarat
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Middle Class
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹7.9L – ₹19L per year
- Experience
- 5–9 years
- Posted
- 17 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 16 Aug 2026
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- 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
Podar International School (360007) in Rajkot, Gujarat is inviting applications for a Principal. The role sits inside the school's day-to-day academic delivery and reports into the section head. Podar International School (360007) in Rajkot, Gujarat is a middle school institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2013,. The school pairs a traditional academic core with modern classroom practices and consistent investment in faculty enablement. Role: as Principal, you work closely with the Principal on academic and operational decisions — leading a section/team, driving teacher development, overseeing assessments, and holding the line on standards. Core responsibilities:
- Lead and inspire a high-performing academic team.
- Maintain standards through reviews, observations, and structured feedback.
- Drive the assessment, reporting, and parent communication cycle.
- Manage disciplinary cases, parent escalations, and staff conflicts.
- Contribute to the school's strategic priorities as part of the leadership group. Qualifications and skills:
- Master's degree with a recognised teaching/leadership qualification.
- Track record of leading improvement at section or school level.
- Hiring, coaching, performance management, and conflict resolution skills.
- Solid grasp of curriculum, assessment, and parent communication.
- High professional integrity and a clear communication style. Why join us:
- Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹7.9 LPA – ₹19.0 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. Send your CV through this listing — no separate email is required for Podar International School (360007). The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.
Common questions about this role
Where exactly is Podar International School (360007) located?
The school is in Rajkot, Gujarat. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
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.
How do I write an application email for this Principal role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "Principal application — Podar International School (360007)"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Podar International School (360007) and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
How do I apply for this Principal vacancy?
Use the "Apply" button on this page to submit your application directly through School Jobs India. A free candidate account is required so the school can reach you.
What is the salary for this Principal role?
The salary band is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Final offers depend on your years of experience, qualifications and the interview outcome.
What questions are asked in a Principal interview?
Typical rounds cover self-introduction, why teaching, classroom-management scenarios, subject/syllabus knowledge, and one differentiation scenario. Scroll to "Interview questions & answers" below for six sample questions with model answers tuned for Principal roles in Rajkot.
How will I know if my application is being reviewed?
You'll get a status notification on School Jobs India (and by email) each time the school updates your application — Shortlisted, Interviewing, Offered or Not selected. Sign in and open "My applications" to see the timeline anytime.
How much experience do I need for this Principal role?
The required experience is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Schools also consider relevant internships, board-prep training and student-teaching when evaluating early-career candidates.
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
Response times vary, but shortlisted candidates are typically contacted within a week. You'll get a notification on School Jobs India the moment the school updates your application status.
Is background verification done before joining?
Standard pre-joining checks cover qualification documents, prior employment, and reference calls. Some larger groups also do criminal-record verification.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
Podar International School (360007)
Key facts about Podar International School (360007)
- Founded
- 2013
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Middle Class
- Principal
- BRIJESH KUMAR PATHAK
- Affiliation #
- 430241
Podar International School (360007) is a middle class affiliated to CBSE, established in 2013, located in Rajkot, Gujarat.
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