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Key facts
- Role
- Principal
- Role category
- leadership
- School
- Shanti Shiksha Niketan PS
- City
- Jalalabad
- State
- Uttar Pradesh
- 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
Shanti Shiksha Niketan PS in Jalalabad, Uttar Pradesh is hiring a Principal to join its academic team for grades 1-5. 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
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.
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.
What's the interview process like for this teaching role?
Most schools have 2–3 rounds: an HR call, a demo lesson, then a leadership interview. Be ready to walk through one of your lesson plans and how you handle classroom management.
Can I negotiate the salary at Shanti Shiksha Niketan PS?
Yes — the band shown is a starting point. Schools consider your last-drawn CTC, teaching experience, board expertise and any specialist skills. Come prepared with a specific number and a 1-line justification.
Do staff get fee concession for their children?
Most reputable schools have a staff-child fee concession policy. Eligibility, percentage and number of children covered vary — ask HR for the written policy.
What is the leave policy?
Teaching staff typically get all school holidays plus 8–15 casual/sick leaves per academic year. Long vacations (summer, winter, Diwali, Holi breaks) follow the published school calendar.
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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.
What does a typical day look like?
Most teachers handle 4–6 instructional periods a day, with the rest going to lesson planning, assessment correction, and a co-curricular duty.
How do I write an application email for this Principal role?
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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 Shanti Shiksha Niketan PS
- Type
- Private Unaided (Recognized)
- Grades
- 1-5
- Students
- 26
- Staff
- 5
Shanti Shiksha Niketan PS is a private unaided (recognized), offering 1-5. The campus serves around 26 students with a teaching and support team of about 5. Campus facilities include Toilet, Electricity, Library, Playground, Drinking Water.
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