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Key facts
- Role
- Principal
- School
- St Josephs Convent School
- City
- Gwalior
- State
- Madhya Pradesh
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹7.4L – ₹19L per year
- Experience
- 7–10 years
- Posted
- 1 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 19 Jul 2026
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- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
Job description
Overview
St Josephs Convent School is looking for a Principal in Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh to strengthen its academic team. The school encourages peer observation and continuous professional learning. St Josephs Convent School, established 2013, is a senior secondary school in Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh — a CBSE-affiliated school. The working culture is collaborative, professional, and grounded in student-centred decisions. Details: a high-ownership leadership role. The Principal leads by example in classrooms, faculty meetings, and parent interactions, while keeping the school's long-term direction in view. 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. Why join us:
- Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹7.4 LPA – ₹18.9 LPA).
- Reasonable workload with planned holidays per the calendar.
- Real ownership of your subject/function from day one.
- A leadership team that listens, supports, and gives credit.
- A campus that respects educators as professionals. Submit your application online from this page to be considered by St Josephs Convent School. Interview slots are scheduled after profile review, typically inside five to seven working days.
Common questions about this role
What questions are asked in a 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 Principal roles in Gwalior.
Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Most schools expect weekly lesson plans submitted to the coordinator/HOD, plus unit plans at the start of each term. Templates are usually provided.
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What non-teaching duties are expected?
Beyond teaching periods you'll typically own a homeroom, run one club/activity, support exam logistics, and contribute to one school-wide initiative each term.
How do I write an application email for this Principal role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "Principal application — St Josephs Convent School"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why St Josephs Convent School and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
St Josephs Convent School follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
Is this a contract or permanent role?
This is listed as a part time role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
St Josephs Convent School
Key facts about St Josephs Convent School
- Founded
- 2013
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- sheeba pailee
- Affiliation #
- 1031170
St Josephs Convent School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2013, located in Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh.
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