Vice Principal
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Key facts
- Role
- Vice Principal
- School
- St. Johns Residential Public School
- City
- Patna
- State
- Bihar
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹8.3L – ₹11L per year
- Experience
- 7–9 years
- Posted
- 27 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 17 Aug 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
St. Johns Residential Public School has opened applications for a Vice Principal in Patna, Bihar. The role suits educators who pair classroom rigour with genuine care for student wellbeing. About the institution: St. Johns Residential Public School in Patna, Bihar — a secondary setup, established 2004, — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school invests consistently in academic resources, classroom technology, and a culture of professional respect. What the role looks like: the Vice Principal owns outcomes for the assigned section/portfolio — academic quality, faculty development, parent engagement, and student wellbeing — and contributes to the school's strategic plans. Core responsibilities:
- Lead and inspire a high-performing academic team.
- Maintain standards through reviews, observations, and structured feedback.
- Drive the assessment, reporting, and parent communication cycle.
- Manage disciplinary cases, parent escalations, and staff conflicts.
- Contribute to the school's strategic priorities as part of the leadership group. 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. Benefits and culture:
- Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹8.3 LPA – ₹11.5 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. Submit your application here so St. Johns Residential Public School can shortlist you alongside the active pool. Strong profiles move to a brief teaching demo and a discussion with the academic head.
Common questions about this role
Which curriculum does the school follow?
St. Johns Residential Public School follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
What questions are asked in a Vice Principal interview?
Typical rounds cover self-introduction, why teaching, classroom-management scenarios, subject/syllabus knowledge, and one differentiation scenario. Scroll to "Interview questions & answers" below for six sample questions with model answers tuned for Vice Principal roles in Patna.
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
Schools usually shortlist within a week or two. Set up a job alert for similar roles so you don't miss the next match if this one doesn't move forward.
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.
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.
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.
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 is the average Vice Principal salary in Patna?
Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to Vice Principal roles in Patna. As a rough anchor, city tier and board affiliation move the number by 20-40% — IB and Cambridge schools sit at the top, state-board privates at the base.
When are increments and bonuses given?
Most schools run yearly increments tied to the academic calendar (April cycle). Bonus structure depends on the school — confirm in writing before accepting the offer.
Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?
For most K-12 teaching positions in India a B.Ed (or NIOS D.El.Ed for primary) is preferred and often required by board affiliations. Some pre-primary and special-skill roles accept relevant certification in lieu.
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Key facts about St. Johns Residential Public School
- Founded
- 2004
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary Level
- Principal
- SANJAY KUMAR VERMA
- Affiliation #
- 330407
St. Johns Residential Public School is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2004, located in Patna, Bihar.
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