St. Mary's Anglo-Indian Higher Secondary School is hiring a Principal — St. Mary's Anglo-Indian Higher Secondary School in Chennai
St. Mary's Anglo-Indian Higher Secondary SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Principal — St. Mary's Anglo-Indian Higher Secondary School
- School
- St. Mary's Anglo-Indian Higher Secondary School
- City
- Chennai
- State
- Tamil Nadu
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹11L – ₹16L per year
- Experience
- 15–19 years
- Posted
- 14 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
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Job description
Overview
St. Mary's Anglo-Indian Higher Secondary School (Chennai, Tamil Nadu) is inviting applications for a Principal — St. Mary's Anglo-Indian Higher Secondary School. Curriculum: STATE BOARD. Send your application via this page; the school's hiring lead reviews every submission.
St. Mary's Anglo-Indian Higher Secondary School, a State Board school in Chennai, is hiring a Principal.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead the school's academic and operational vision
- Mentor faculty and coordinators
- Engage with parents and the management committee
- Drive curriculum and student outcomes
Requirements:
- 8-20 years of relevant experience
- Postgraduate degree with B.Ed; proven leadership track record
About the school: St. Mary's Anglo-Indian Higher Secondary School is a State Board Day School in George Town, Chennai.
What you'll handle as a Principal — St. Mary's Anglo-Indian Higher Secondary School
Lead the academic vision, hire and mentor faculty, manage parent and board relations, and own school-wide outcomes from admissions to results day.
Working in a STATE BOARD school
State-board schools value teachers who can translate concepts in the regional language and align to the state textbook.
Working conditions
This is a day school — standard working hours with weekend off, occasional events and parent-teacher meetings.
About teaching in Chennai
Chennai schools span Matriculation, CBSE, ICSE and IB, with strong English-medium demand across the city.
Common questions about this role
Is English fluency required?
Bilingual fluency (English + regional language) is typically expected at state-board schools, especially for lower grades. Senior-secondary subject roles lean more English-first.
Is there a probation period?
Most schools run a 3–6 month probation with the same salary as confirmation. Confirmation is typically subject to satisfactory performance reviews and document verification.
Do staff get fee concession for their children?
Most reputable schools have a staff-child fee concession policy. Eligibility, percentage and number of children covered vary — ask HR for the written policy.
Where can I find similar vacancies?
Scroll to the "Similar jobs" section below to see related openings. You can also browse by city (Chennai), role and board on School Jobs India to compare options side by side.
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.
About St. Mary's Anglo-Indian Higher Secondary School
St. Mary's Anglo-Indian Higher Secondary School is a day school affiliated to State Board, established in 1839, located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu.
St. Mary's Anglo-Indian Higher Secondary School is a State Board Day School in George Town, Chennai.
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