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Key facts
- Role
- Principal
- School
- Shining Star Academy
- City
- Poonch
- State
- Jammu & Kashmir
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Private Unaided (Recognized)
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹7.9L – ₹20.6L per year
- Experience
- 6–11 years
- Posted
- 24 May 2026
- Closing date
- 27 Jul 2026
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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
Shining Star Academy is hiring a Principal in Poonch, Jammu & Kashmir. The role is well-scoped, supported by detailed academic planning, and offers a clear path for professional growth. Shining Star Academy in Poonch, Jammu & Kashmir functions as a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school. The leadership team is closely involved in academic planning and faculty support, with a sharp focus on classroom impact. About the role: the Principal is a senior position blending academic leadership with operational ownership — running reviews, mentoring teachers, handling escalations, and representing the school externally. What you will do:
- Own academic outcomes for the assigned portfolio.
- Coach teachers, especially those in their first few years.
- Drive disciplined execution of the academic and assessment calendar.
- Represent the school in academic forums and audits.
- Work with the Principal on medium-term plans. Candidate requirements:
- Senior educator with a balanced view of academics and operations.
- Proven ability to mentor teachers and improve outcomes over time.
- Strong stakeholder management — board, parents, regulators, vendors.
- Comfortable with data — assessments, attendance, faculty metrics.
- A long-term thinker who can also execute well in the short term. Compensation and environment:
- Salary structured fairly across roles (₹7.9 LPA – ₹20.6 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 Shining Star Academy reviews every profile that arrives via the platform.
Common questions about this role
How much experience do I need for this Principal role?
The required experience is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Schools also consider relevant internships, board-prep training and student-teaching when evaluating early-career candidates.
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.
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.
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.
Is this a fixed-term or open-ended contract?
Most permanent teaching roles in Indian K-12 schools are open-ended after a 3–6 month probation. The offer letter you receive will state the exact terms, including probation, notice period and confirmation criteria.
Where exactly is Shining Star Academy located?
The school is in Poonch, Jammu & Kashmir. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
How do I write an application email for this Principal role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "Principal application — Shining Star Academy"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Shining Star Academy and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Shining Star Academy follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
What non-teaching duties are expected?
Beyond teaching periods you'll typically own a homeroom, run one club/activity, support exam logistics, and contribute to one school-wide initiative each term.
Is the salary CTC or in-hand?
Schools quote CTC by default. In-hand depends on PF (12% employee share), professional tax, and your tax slab — ask HR for a sample salary structure before accepting.
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- 1
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Key facts about Shining Star Academy
- Type
- Private Unaided (Recognized)
- Grades
- 1-5
- Students
- 24
- Staff
- 5
Shining Star Academy is a private unaided (recognized), located in Poonch, Jammu & Kashmir, offering 1-5. The campus serves around 24 students with a teaching and support team of about 5. Campus facilities include Toilet, Electricity, Library, Playground, Drinking Water.
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