Head of School
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Key facts
- Role
- Head of School
- School
- St. John's International Residential School
- City
- Chennai
- State
- Tamilnadu
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹8.2L – ₹21.8L per year
- Experience
- 5–10 years
- Posted
- 1 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 23 Jul 2026
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- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Established school — running for 33+ years.
Job description
Overview
Immediate opening: Head of School at St. John's International Residential School in Chennai, Tamilnadu. Open to both seasoned practitioners and early-career candidates with strong potential. About St. John's International Residential School in Chennai, Tamilnadu: a senior secondary institution, established 1993, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Known locally for steady academic delivery, a stable faculty base, and a balanced mix of academics, sports, and the arts. About the role: the Head of School is a senior position blending academic leadership with operational ownership — running reviews, mentoring teachers, handling escalations, and representing the school externally. Responsibilities:
- Lead the assigned section/department on academic and operational matters.
- Mentor teachers through observation, feedback, and development plans.
- Oversee assessment cycles, result analysis, and improvement plans.
- Handle parent escalations professionally and represent the school externally.
- Drive a culture of academic rigour, discipline, and student wellbeing. Qualifications and skills:
- Master's degree with a recognised teaching/leadership qualification.
- Track record of leading improvement at section or school level.
- Hiring, coaching, performance management, and conflict resolution skills.
- Solid grasp of curriculum, assessment, and parent communication.
- High professional integrity and a clear communication style. Compensation and environment:
- Salary structured fairly across roles (₹8.2 LPA – ₹21.8 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. Send your CV through this listing — no separate email is required for St. John's International Residential School. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.
Common questions about this role
What questions are asked in a Head of School interview?
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How long does it take to hear back after applying?
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What is the leave policy?
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When are increments and bonuses given?
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Key facts about St. John's International Residential School
- Founded
- 1993
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- M WINFRED CHELLIAH
- Affiliation #
- 1930140
St. John's International Residential School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1993, located in Chennai, Tamilnadu.
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