Principal — Shri Santoshi Maa Academy Opening — Shri Santoshi Maa Academy, Kolkata
Shri Santoshi Maa AcademyKey facts
- Role
- Principal — Shri Santoshi Maa Academy
- School
- Shri Santoshi Maa Academy
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Full Boarding
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹11L – ₹18L per year
- Experience
- 12–16 years
- Posted
- 14 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
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Job description
Overview
Kolkata, West Bengal — a fresh opening for a Principal — Shri Santoshi Maa Academy at Shri Santoshi Maa Academy. Curriculum: CBSE. The school has been running for 8+ years. Use the Apply button to register your interest — interviews are usually scheduled within 5–7 days.
Shri Santoshi Maa Academy, a CBSE school in Kolkata, is hiring a Principal.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead the school's academic and operational vision
- Mentor faculty and coordinators
- Engage with parents and the management committee
- Drive curriculum and student outcomes
Requirements:
- 8-20 years of relevant experience
- Postgraduate degree with B.Ed; proven leadership track record
About the school: Shri Santoshi Maa Academy is a CBSE Full Boarding in Thakurpukur, Kolkata.
What you'll handle as a Principal — Shri Santoshi Maa Academy
Lead the academic vision, hire and mentor faculty, manage parent and board relations, and own school-wide outcomes from admissions to results day.
Working in a CBSE school
This school follows the CBSE framework, so expect continuous and comprehensive assessment, NEP-aligned competency questions, and a strong emphasis on subject enrichment activities.
Working conditions
As a residential school, expect duty rosters, hostel involvement and a tighter-knit student community than a day school.
About teaching in Kolkata
Kolkata has historic ICSE and CBSE schools alongside growing IB options, with hiring concentrated around March–May.
Common questions about this role
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.
What is the salary for this Principal — Shri Santoshi Maa Academy 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.
When does the school want the joining date to be?
Most school roles aim for a joining around the start of the next academic month or term. Once shortlisted, the school will agree a realistic date based on your notice period.
Is accommodation provided?
Accommodation is typically included for residential staff — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.
Is this a remote / work-from-home opportunity?
School roles are on-site by default — classroom teaching and student supervision require physical presence. Online tutoring openings are tagged separately on School Jobs India.
About Shri Santoshi Maa Academy
Shri Santoshi Maa Academy is a full boarding affiliated to CBSE, established in 2018, located in Kolkata, West Bengal.
Shri Santoshi Maa Academy is a CBSE Full Boarding in Thakurpukur, Kolkata.
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