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at S M S Academy Of Central Education · Kodagu · Apply in under 60 seconds.

₹12.0L – ₹28.0L / yr7–10 yrsCloses 29 Aug
Kodagu, Karnatakafull-timePosted 5d ago
CBSE
Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Principal
School
S M S Academy Of Central Education
City
Kodagu
State
Karnataka
Board
CBSE
School type
Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹12.0L – ₹28.0L per year
Experience
7–10 years
Posted
29 Jun 2026
Closing date
29 Aug 2026

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Pay benchmark

Principal salary in Kodagu — snapshot

Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.

Entry / low
₹12.0L
per year
Typical
₹20.0L
per year
Senior / high
₹28.0L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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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.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

A vacancy has opened for a Principal at S M S Academy Of Central Education in Kodagu, Karnataka. The role suits educators who value a structured environment with clear expectations and strong support. S M S Academy Of Central Education in Kodagu, Karnataka is a secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1999,. The school pairs a traditional academic core with modern classroom practices and consistent investment in faculty enablement. Context: the Principal reports into the Principal and works alongside other senior leaders. The role carries academic and operational responsibilities and is central to the school's day-to-day functioning. 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. 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 (₹12.0 LPA – ₹28.0 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. Send your CV through this listing — no separate email is required for S M S Academy Of Central Education. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.

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What does a typical day look like?

School days usually run 7.5–8 hours with 5–6 teaching periods, plus prep, lunch and one or two non-teaching duties (homework checks, library, club). Saturdays vary by school.

Is accommodation provided?

Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.

I'm serving notice — should I still apply?

Absolutely — schools regularly hire candidates on notice. Be upfront about your release date so interview scheduling and the offer timeline can be aligned.

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 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 non-teaching duties are expected?

Beyond teaching periods you'll typically own a homeroom, run one club/activity, support exam logistics, and contribute to one school-wide initiative each term.

Are detailed lesson plans expected?

Most schools expect weekly lesson plans submitted to the coordinator/HOD, plus unit plans at the start of each term. Templates are usually provided.

How big are the classes?

Class sizes in Indian K-12 schools usually fall in the 25–40 student range. Premium IB/IGCSE schools often cap sections at 22–25.

Which curriculum does the school follow?

S M S Academy Of Central Education follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.

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S M S Academy Of Central Education

Key facts about S M S Academy Of Central Education

Key facts
Founded
1999
Board
CBSE
Type
Secondary Level
Principal
Kusum K P
Affiliation #
830231
Address
SRI ARAMERY KALANCHERY MATH, ARAMERY VILLEGE, VIRAJPET TALUK, S. KODAGU DIST. KARNATAKA., Sri Aramery Kalanchery Math, Kodagu, Karnataka, 571218

S M S Academy Of Central Education is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1999, located in Kodagu, Karnataka.

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