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Key facts
- Role
- Principal
- School
- Shri Dayanand Saraswati Upper Primary School Kakelav
- City
- Jodhpur
- State
- Rajasthan
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Private Unaided (Recognized)
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹10.8L – ₹20.1L per year
- Experience
- 5–9 years
- Posted
- 9 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 28 Jul 2026
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- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
Job description
Overview
Shri Dayanand Saraswati Upper Primary School Kakelav is hiring a Principal in Jodhpur, Rajasthan. A full-time role — a CBSE-affiliated school, with structured planning time and clear academic deliverables. Shri Dayanand Saraswati Upper Primary School Kakelav in Jodhpur, Rajasthan is a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school pairs a traditional academic core with modern classroom practices and consistent investment in faculty enablement. 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. 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. Ideal candidate — you have:
- 8+ years in school education with leadership exposure.
- Direct experience running a section, department, or full school.
- A point of view on good teaching, good assessments, and good schools.
- Patience to coach and firmness to enforce standards.
- Strong personal organisation across multiple workstreams. Benefits and culture:
- Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹10.8 LPA – ₹20.1 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. Complete your application via the button on this listing so Shri Dayanand Saraswati Upper Primary School Kakelav receives your details directly. Matching profiles are shortlisted promptly and contacted by the academic office.
Common questions about this role
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.
How do I write an application email for this Principal role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "Principal application — Shri Dayanand Saraswati Upper Primary School Kakelav"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Shri Dayanand Saraswati Upper Primary School Kakelav and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
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.
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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.
Does Shri Dayanand Saraswati Upper Primary School Kakelav help with relocation from another city?
Relocation support varies by school. Residential campuses often include free accommodation and meals; day schools may offer a one-time shifting allowance or help with local rental scouting. Confirm the specifics in writing before you accept.
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.
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.
What is the leave policy?
Schools usually offer 10–18 leaves per year on top of public/school holidays. Earned-leave encashment policies vary — check the offer letter.
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Key facts about Shri Dayanand Saraswati Upper Primary School Kakelav
- Type
- Private Unaided (Recognized)
- Grades
- 1-8
- Students
- 105
Shri Dayanand Saraswati Upper Primary School Kakelav is a private unaided (recognized), located in Jodhpur, Rajasthan, offering 1-8. The campus serves around 105 students. Campus facilities include Toilet, Electricity, Library, Playground, Drinking Water.
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