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Key facts
- Role
- Principal
- School
- Sher Singh Karki Saraswati Vihar
- City
- Pithoragarh
- State
- Uttarakhand
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Contract
- Salary
- ₹11L – ₹15L per year
- Experience
- 5–7 years
- Posted
- 16 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 29 Aug 2026
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Job description
Overview
Sher Singh Karki Saraswati Vihar is looking for a Principal in Pithoragarh, Uttarakhand to strengthen its academic team. The school encourages peer observation and continuous professional learning. About Sher Singh Karki Saraswati Vihar: a secondary institution in Pithoragarh, Uttarakhand — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2018,. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. Details: a high-ownership leadership role. The Principal leads by example in classrooms, faculty meetings, and parent interactions, while keeping the school's long-term direction in view. Core responsibilities:
- Lead and inspire a high-performing academic team.
- Maintain standards through reviews, observations, and structured feedback.
- Drive the assessment, reporting, and parent communication cycle.
- Manage disciplinary cases, parent escalations, and staff conflicts.
- Contribute to the school's strategic priorities as part of the leadership group. 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. Why join us:
- Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹11.1 LPA – ₹14.6 LPA).
- Reasonable workload with planned holidays per the calendar.
- Real ownership of your subject/function from day one.
- A leadership team that listens, supports, and gives credit.
- A campus that respects educators as professionals. Complete your application via the button on this listing so Sher Singh Karki Saraswati Vihar receives your details directly. Matching profiles are shortlisted promptly and contacted by the academic office.
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.
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
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I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Absolutely — schools regularly hire candidates on notice. Be upfront about your release date so interview scheduling and the offer timeline can be aligned.
What does a typical day look like?
School days usually run 7.5–8 hours with 5–6 teaching periods, plus prep, lunch and one or two non-teaching duties (homework checks, library, club). Saturdays vary by school.
Is background verification done before joining?
Standard pre-joining checks cover qualification documents, prior employment, and reference calls. Some larger groups also do criminal-record verification.
Is there a probation period?
Yes — a 3 to 6 month probation is standard in K-12 schools across India. Benefits like PF and gratuity continue to accrue from day one regardless.
What qualifications are required for a Principal?
Most Principal roles require a relevant Bachelor's/Master's in the subject plus a B.Ed (or equivalent teacher-training qualification). Specific board requirements (CTET, IB workshops, IGCSE training) may also apply.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
Sher Singh Karki Saraswati Vihar
Key facts about Sher Singh Karki Saraswati Vihar
- Founded
- 2018
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary Level
- Principal
- MUKUL CHANDRA
- Affiliation #
- 3530708
Sher Singh Karki Saraswati Vihar is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2018, located in Pithoragarh, Uttarakhand.
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