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Key facts
- Role
- Principal
- Role category
- leadership
- School
- Sant Saraswati School
- City
- Aliganj
- State
- Bihar
- Employment type
- Contract
- Salary
- ₹9L – ₹18L per year
- Experience
- 10–20 years
- Posted
- 10 Jul 2026
- Closing date
- 8 Sept 2026
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Job description
Overview
Sant Saraswati School in Aliganj, Bihar is hiring a Principal to join its academic team for grades 1-8. 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 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.
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.
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.
Do I have to work weekends?
Most day schools follow a 6-day or 5.5-day week with Sundays off. Occasional Saturdays may go to events, parent meetings, or PD sessions.
Where exactly is Sant Saraswati School located?
The school is in Aliganj, Bihar. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
Is accommodation provided?
Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.
How long after the interview until I get an offer letter?
Most schools issue a written offer within 3–7 working days of the final round. If you don't hear back in 10 days, a quick polite follow-up via the "Message employer" button on this Principal listing is usually welcome.
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?
This is a contract engagement — the offer letter will state the duration and renewal terms. Most school contracts run one academic year and are renewable subject to performance.
What arrangements are there for women teachers' commute and safety?
Most reputable schools in Aliganj 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.
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 Sant Saraswati School
- Type
- Private Unaided (Recognized)
- Grades
- 1-8
- Students
- 154
- Staff
- 13
Sant Saraswati School is a private unaided (recognized), offering 1-8. The campus serves around 154 students with a teaching and support team of about 13. Campus facilities include Toilet, Electricity, Library, Playground, Drinking Water.
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