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Key facts
- Role
- Principal
- School
- Saraswathi Vidyalaya
- City
- Chennai
- State
- Tamilnadu
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹8.6L – ₹12L per year
- Experience
- 6–9 years
- Posted
- 25 May 2026
- Closing date
- 19 Jul 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
We are looking for a Principal to join Saraswathi Vidyalaya in Chennai, Tamilnadu. You will work alongside an experienced team that takes student outcomes seriously. About Saraswathi Vidyalaya: a senior secondary institution in Chennai, Tamilnadu — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1956,. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. 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. Responsibilities:
- Lead the assigned section/department on academic and operational matters.
- Mentor teachers through observation, feedback, and development plans.
- Oversee assessment cycles, result analysis, and improvement plans.
- Handle parent escalations professionally and represent the school externally.
- Drive a culture of academic rigour, discipline, and student wellbeing. 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 (₹8.6 LPA – ₹11.7 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 Saraswathi Vidyalaya instantly. Candidates who meet the brief are invited for interviews within the week.
Common questions about this role
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Saraswathi Vidyalaya follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
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Will I get PF and statutory benefits?
Most registered schools enrol staff in EPF from day one and pay statutory gratuity. ESI cover applies if your gross is within the eligibility limit at joining.
Is accommodation provided?
Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.
What's the interview process like for this teaching role?
Typical schools run a screening call → a demo class (15–30 minutes for the relevant grade) → a panel interview with the Principal/HOD. Some boards also ask for a written response or a sample lesson plan.
How do I write an application email for this Principal role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "Principal application — Saraswathi Vidyalaya"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Saraswathi Vidyalaya and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
How do I make a resume for a CBSE Principal job?
Lead with a two-line headline (role + years of experience), then Education, Certifications (B.Ed, CTET, board-specific PD), Experience with 3-4 bullet outcomes per school (results, class sizes, projects), and one line each for co-curricular, tech tools and languages. Keep to one page and use the free School Jobs India resume builder for a school-style layout.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
Saraswathi Vidyalaya
Key facts about Saraswathi Vidyalaya
- Founded
- 1956
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- K S NATARAJAN
- Affiliation #
- 1930666
Saraswathi Vidyalaya is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1956, located in Chennai, Tamilnadu.
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