Principal
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Key facts
- Role
- Principal
- School
- Sri Sathya Sai English Medium School
- City
- Thiruvananthapuram
- State
- Kerala
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Contract
- Salary
- ₹9.5L – ₹14L per year
- Experience
- 7–12 years
- Posted
- 15 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 26 Aug 2026
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Why apply
- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Established school — running for 35+ years.
Job description
Overview
Join Sri Sathya Sai English Medium School in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala as our next Principal. The school invests in its faculty and runs a calm, well-organised academic calendar. Sri Sathya Sai English Medium School in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala functions as a secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1991,. The leadership team is closely involved in academic planning and faculty support, with a sharp focus on classroom impact. Role: as Principal, you work closely with the Principal on academic and operational decisions — leading a section/team, driving teacher development, overseeing assessments, and holding the line on standards. 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. 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. What we offer:
- Competitive, on-time salary (₹9.5 LPA – ₹13.9 LPA).
- Defined working hours aligned with the school timetable.
- Investment in your growth — training, mentorship, peer learning.
- A respectful work environment focused on outcomes.
- Access to school resources, libraries, labs, and digital tools. Complete your application through this page with your latest CV and references. The recruitment desk at Sri Sathya Sai English Medium School reviews every profile that arrives via the platform.
Common questions about this role
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.
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.
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.
Is English fluency required?
Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.
Will I get PF and statutory benefits?
Most registered schools enrol staff in EPF from day one and pay statutory gratuity. ESI cover applies if your gross is within the eligibility limit at joining.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Sri Sathya Sai English Medium School follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
Where can I find similar vacancies?
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Requirements & role details
Role details
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- 1
Sri Sathya Sai English Medium School
Key facts about Sri Sathya Sai English Medium School
- Founded
- 1991
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary Level
- Principal
- SAI RANI S V
- Affiliation #
- 930321
Sri Sathya Sai English Medium School is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1991, located in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala.
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Interview questions & answers for Principal
Common questions Indian schools ask for Principal roles in Thiruvananthapuram (CBSE panel) — with a short sample answer for each so you can walk in prepared.
1. What is your greatest strength and weakness as an educator?
Pick a strength tied to student outcomes with one metric or story. For weakness, name a real one, follow it with the concrete steps you're taking (workshop, mentor, changed practice) — panels reject rehearsed non-answers like "I work too hard".
2. How do you differentiate for mixed-ability classrooms?
Give a concrete example — tiered worksheets, flexible groupings, scaffolded reading. Reference formative assessment (exit tickets, mini-whiteboards) as how you decide which students need what, and how you record progress against CBSE learning outcomes.
3. How should I prepare for the demo lesson?
Plan a 20-25 minute segment aligned to the CBSE curriculum for the exact grade the school specifies. Include a clear objective, 2-3 questioning prompts, a short activity, and a closing check-for-understanding. Bring a printed lesson plan for the observer.
4. What questions should I ask at the end?
Ask three: one about the team (department size, coordinator style), one about growth (PD budget, appraisal cadence), and one about the school (a specific programme). Avoid opening with leave/salary questions unless the panel invites them.
5. Why do you want to work at Sri Sathya Sai English Medium School?
Show you've done the homework: reference the CBSE curriculum, the Thiruvananthapuram campus, and one specific programme or value from their website. Tie it to what you bring — pedagogy, subject expertise or a co-curricular strength.
6. How should I answer the salary expectation question?
Give a range, not a single number. Anchor on the typical Principal band in Thiruvananthapuram (see the Salary snapshot on this page) plus a 10-15% premium for your experience. Say you're open to discussion once the role scope is confirmed.