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Principal

₹10L – ₹19L / yr6–11 yrsCloses 5 Aug
Kanyakumari, Tamilnadufull-timePosted 23d ago
CBSE
Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Principal
School
St.mary's School
City
Kanyakumari
State
Tamilnadu
Board
CBSE
School type
Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹10L – ₹19L per year
Experience
6–11 years
Posted
10 Jun 2026
Closing date
5 Aug 2026

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Pay benchmark

Principal salary in Kanyakumari — 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
₹19.4L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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  • 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

Join the faculty at St.mary's School as a Principal in Kanyakumari, Tamilnadu. The school maintains high academic standards alongside a collaborative, professional staff culture. About the institution: St.mary's School in Kanyakumari, Tamilnadu — a secondary setup, established 2015, — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school invests consistently in academic resources, classroom technology, and a culture of professional respect. Position: as Principal, you are part of the school's leadership group. The role demands strong judgement, calm execution, and a clear point of view on what good schooling looks like. 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. Compensation and environment:
  • Salary structured fairly across roles (₹10.4 LPA – ₹19.4 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. Submit your application here so St.mary's 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

Is English fluency required?

Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.

Where exactly is St.mary's School located?

The school is in Kanyakumari, Tamilnadu. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.

What kind of professional development is offered?

Most schools run weekly/monthly in-house PD sessions on pedagogy and assessment. Funded external workshops (board-specific or subject-specific) are offered to teachers in good standing.

When does the school want the joining date to be?

Most school roles aim for a joining around the start of the next academic month or term. Once shortlisted, the school will agree a realistic date based on your notice period.

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 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.

What qualifications are required for a Principal?

Most Principal roles require a relevant Bachelor's/Master's in the subject plus a B.Ed (or equivalent teacher-training qualification). Specific board requirements (CTET, IB workshops, IGCSE training) may also apply.

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About the school

St.mary's School

Key facts about St.mary's School

Key facts
Founded
2015
Board
CBSE
Type
Secondary Level
Principal
Flory Shalini
Affiliation #
1931471
Address
ENAYAM P.O., KANYAKUMARI DISTRICT, Enayam P.o., Kanyakumari, Tamilnadu, 629193

St.mary's School is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2015, located in Kanyakumari, Tamilnadu.

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