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Principal

₹10L – ₹19L / yr6–9 yrsCloses 20 Aug
Saran, Biharfull-timePosted 3d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Principal
School
St. Joseph's Academy
City
Saran
State
Bihar
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹10L – ₹19L per year
Experience
6–9 years
Posted
29 Jun 2026
Closing date
20 Aug 2026

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Pay benchmark

Principal salary in Saran — snapshot

Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.

Entry / low
₹10.4L
per year
Typical
₹14.9L
per year
Senior / high
₹19.3L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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Principal

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  • 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.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

St. Joseph's Academy in Saran, Bihar is accepting applications for a Principal. You will work with an experienced academic team in a setting that prioritises learning outcomes. School profile: St. Joseph's Academy in Saran, Bihar — a senior secondary setup, established 2008, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Recognised for structured academic planning, regular parent engagement, and a deliberate culture of student mentorship. 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. Candidate requirements:
  • Senior educator with a balanced view of academics and operations.
  • Proven ability to mentor teachers and improve outcomes over time.
  • Strong stakeholder management — board, parents, regulators, vendors.
  • Comfortable with data — assessments, attendance, faculty metrics.
  • A long-term thinker who can also execute well in the short term. Benefits at a glance:
  • Market-aligned salary (₹10.4 LPA – ₹19.3 LPA).
  • Structured working hours with adequate planning time.
  • Investment in teacher and staff development across the year.
  • A workplace built on clarity and professional respect.
  • Long-term career growth at a school invested in its people. Submit your application online from this page to be considered by St. Joseph's Academy. Interview slots are scheduled after profile review, typically inside five to seven working days.

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Is school transport available for staff?

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What does a typical day look like?

Most teachers handle 4–6 instructional periods a day, with the rest going to lesson planning, assessment correction, and a co-curricular duty.

When does the school want the joining date to be?

Joining dates are usually negotiable around the school calendar. Mid-term joining is common for replacement vacancies; new positions often align to April or the start of the next term.

When are increments and bonuses given?

Annual increments are usually announced in March/April, alongside the new academic year. Performance-linked bonuses vary by school — some pay a one-month festive bonus, others none.

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About the school

St. Joseph's Academy

Key facts about St. Joseph's Academy

Key facts
Founded
2008
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
DR KALPANA CHHETRI
Affiliation #
330554
Address
AT+PO SARAI BOX VIA GARKHA P.S BHELDI, At+po Sarai Box, Saran, Bihar, 841311

St. Joseph's Academy is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2008, located in Saran, Bihar.

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