Dean
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Key facts
- Role
- Dean
- School
- Shantiniketan World School
- City
- Aligarh
- State
- Uttar Pradesh
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹12L – ₹20L per year
- Experience
- 7–11 years
- Posted
- 24 May 2026
- Closing date
- 3 Aug 2026
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Dean
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Why apply
- 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
Shantiniketan World School in Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh is seeking a Dean who brings both subject depth and a student-first approach. The school invests heavily in teacher development. Shantiniketan World School, established 2010, runs as a senior secondary campus in Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school believes a strong campus is built on its teachers and works to be a place where faculty want to stay. Position: as Dean, you are part of the school's leadership group. The role demands strong judgement, calm execution, and a clear point of view on what good schooling looks like. Day to day, you will:
- Run faculty meetings, academic reviews, and section-level planning.
- Observe classes, give actionable feedback, follow up on teacher development.
- Approve calendars, assessment papers, and major parent communication.
- Engage with leadership on hiring, budgets, and infrastructure needs.
- Spend time on the floor — corridors, classrooms, labs — to read the school accurately. 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 (₹12.3 LPA – ₹19.6 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. Complete your application through this page with your latest CV and references. The recruitment desk at Shantiniketan World School reviews every profile that arrives via the platform.
Common questions about this role
Is this a contract or permanent role?
This is listed as a full time role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.
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What qualifications are required for a Dean?
The role expects relevant qualifications and prior experience in a similar setup. Schools generally prefer candidates with verifiable training and references for Dean positions.
How do I write an application email for this Dean role?
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Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
Shantiniketan World School
Key facts about Shantiniketan World School
- Founded
- 2010
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- KRISHNA SINGH
- Affiliation #
- 2131537
Shantiniketan World School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2010, located in Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh.
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