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Key facts
- Role
- Principal
- Role category
- leadership
- School
- Saif J.h.s.
- City
- Joya
- State
- Uttar Pradesh
- Employment type
- Contract
- Salary
- ₹9L – ₹18L per year
- Experience
- 10–20 years
- Posted
- 7 Jul 2026
- Closing date
- 5 Sept 2026
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Job description
Overview
Saif J.h.s. in Joya, Uttar Pradesh is hiring a Principal to join its academic team for grades 6-8. The school offers a collaborative environment, structured mentoring for new joiners, and access to modern teaching resources.
Key responsibilities:
- Plan and deliver engaging lessons aligned with the school curriculum and board guidelines.
- Assess student progress through classwork, assignments and periodic tests, and provide timely feedback.
- Collaborate with fellow teachers and coordinators on curriculum planning and inter-disciplinary activities.
- Communicate regularly with parents about student progress, behaviour and areas for support.
- Participate in staff development, school events and co-curricular activities.
We are looking for candidates who:
- Hold the qualifications required for the role (see qualifications section).
- Have 10–20 years of relevant experience.
- Communicate clearly in English (and Hindi/regional language where relevant).
- Are patient, dependable and student-focused.
Compensation is offered in the range of INR 9,00,000–#,##,### per year, commensurate with experience and qualifications. Interested candidates can apply directly through this listing; shortlisted applicants will be contacted for a demo class and interview.
Common questions about this role
Is there a probation period?
Most schools run a 3–6 month probation with the same salary as confirmation. Confirmation is typically subject to satisfactory performance reviews and document verification.
Is this a contract or permanent role?
This is listed as a contract role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.
Is this a fixed-term or open-ended contract?
The employment type is shown in the Key Facts section above. Fixed-term roles usually align to the academic year; permanent roles are open-ended after probation. The final letter will spell out renewal and exit terms.
What qualifications are required for a Principal?
Most Principal roles require a relevant Bachelor's/Master's in the subject plus a B.Ed (or equivalent teacher-training qualification). Specific board requirements (CTET, IB workshops, IGCSE training) may also apply.
Is school transport available for staff?
Staff transport varies. Larger schools with their own fleet usually allow staff onboarding on existing routes; smaller schools may not run dedicated routes.
What is the salary for this Principal role?
Refer to the salary range posted on this page. Most schools negotiate within this band based on your last drawn CTC and relevant experience.
How do I write an application email for this Principal role?
Use a clear subject line with role and your name, open with which vacancy you're applying to, then a 4-5 line summary of qualifications, teaching experience and notice period. Close with availability for a demo lesson and interview. Attach a one-page PDF resume — long text bodies get skimmed.
What questions are asked in a Principal interview?
Panels usually ask about your teaching philosophy, a demo lesson walkthrough, how you handle discipline and parents, and syllabus familiarity. See the "Interview questions & answers" section on this page for six of the most common ones and how to answer them.
Is background verification done before joining?
Yes — most schools run document and reference verification, and many use third-party background checks. Keep your last 2–3 employer references and original certificates ready.
Is the salary CTC or in-hand?
Most Indian schools quote annual CTC. In-hand is typically 85–90% of CTC after PF, professional tax and (where applicable) income tax — exact deductions are confirmed at offer stage.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
- Work hours
- 8 hours / day, Monday to Saturday
- Interview
- in person
Key responsibilities
- Deliver engaging, curriculum-aligned lessons
- Assess student learning and provide constructive feedback
- Maintain records, reports and parent communication
- Participate in school events and professional development
Required qualifications
- Master's degree in Education or relevant subject; B.Ed mandatory
- Proven experience in a school or educational institution
- Working knowledge of student-centred pedagogy and classroom management
- Comfortable with digital tools, LMS platforms and MS Office / Google Workspace
Nice to have
- CTET / STET / State TET qualified
- Prior experience in a CBSE / ICSE / State board school
- Exposure to inclusive-education practices
Selection process
- 1Application screening
- 2Demo class
- 3Interview with academic head
- 4Offer
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Key facts about Saif J.h.s.
- Type
- Private Unaided (Recognized)
- Grades
- 6-8
- Students
- 11
- Staff
- 4
Saif J.h.s. is a private unaided (recognized), offering 6-8. The campus serves around 11 students with a teaching and support team of about 4. Campus facilities include Toilet, Electricity, Library, Playground, Drinking Water.
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