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Principal

₹8.5L – ₹11L / yr7–11 yrsCloses 9 Sept
Kolhapur, Maharashtrapart-timePosted 6d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Principal
School
Shanti Niketan,
City
Kolhapur
State
Maharashtra
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Part Time
Salary
₹8.5L – ₹11L per year
Experience
7–11 years
Posted
27 Jun 2026
Closing date
9 Sept 2026

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Pay benchmark

Principal salary in Kolhapur — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹8.5L
per year
Typical
₹9.8L
per year
Senior / high
₹11.1L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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  • Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
  • CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
  • Established school — running for 20+ years.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Immediate opening: Principal at Shanti Niketan, in Kolhapur, Maharashtra. Open to both seasoned practitioners and early-career candidates with strong potential. About Shanti Niketan,: a senior secondary institution in Kolhapur, Maharashtra — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2006,. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. 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. 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. Benefits and culture:
  • Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹8.5 LPA – ₹11.1 LPA).
  • Structured calendar with reasonable workload expectations.
  • Professional development through workshops and internal training.
  • A collaborative staff culture with clear leadership backing.
  • Stable, full-time employment at a settled school. Submit your application here so Shanti Niketan, can shortlist you alongside the active pool. Strong profiles move to a brief teaching demo and a discussion with the academic head.

Common questions about this role

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.

Is English fluency required?

Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.

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'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 — Shanti Niketan,"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Shanti Niketan, and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.

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.

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.

Who fits

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Role details

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About the school

Shanti Niketan,

Key facts about Shanti Niketan,

Key facts
Founded
2006
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
JAYSHREE NITIN JADHAV
Affiliation #
1130132
Address
R.S. NO. 134, 'E' WARD, NEAR SHIVAJI UNIVERSITY, KOLHAPUR MAHARASHTRA, R.s. No. 134, Kolhapur, Maharashtra, 416004

Shanti Niketan, is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2006, located in Kolhapur, Maharashtra.

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