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Principal

₹7.3L – ₹19L / yr5–8 yrsCloses 5 Aug
Vidisha, Madhya Pradeshfull-timePosted 12d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Principal
School
St. Marys Higher Secondary School
City
Vidisha
State
Madhya Pradesh
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹7.3L – ₹19L per year
Experience
5–8 years
Posted
21 Jun 2026
Closing date
5 Aug 2026

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Pay benchmark

Principal salary in Vidisha — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹7.3L
per year
Typical
₹13.1L
per year
Senior / high
₹18.9L
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. Marys Higher Secondary School is recruiting a Principal in Vidisha, Madhya Pradesh. The academic framework is built around clear learning goals, regular reviews, and a healthy planning rhythm. About St. Marys Higher Secondary School: a senior secondary institution in Vidisha, Madhya Pradesh — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1995,. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. 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. Ideal candidate — you have:
  • 8+ years in school education with leadership exposure.
  • Direct experience running a section, department, or full school.
  • A point of view on good teaching, good assessments, and good schools.
  • Patience to coach and firmness to enforce standards.
  • Strong personal organisation across multiple workstreams. What we offer:
  • Competitive, on-time salary (₹7.3 LPA – ₹18.9 LPA).
  • Defined working hours aligned with the school timetable.
  • Investment in your growth — training, mentorship, peer learning.
  • A respectful work environment focused on outcomes.
  • Access to school resources, libraries, labs, and digital tools. Click Apply at the top of this page to share your profile with St. Marys Higher Secondary School. Suitable applicants are contacted directly to schedule the next round of conversations.

Common questions about this role

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 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.

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 Vidisha.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Who fits

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About the school

St. Marys Higher Secondary School

Key facts about St. Marys Higher Secondary School

Key facts
Founded
1995
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
MADANU THERESAMMA
Affiliation #
1030870
Address
NH 86, SAGAR ROAD, VIDISHA. M.P. 464001, Nh 86, Vidisha, Madhya Pradesh, 464001

St. Marys Higher Secondary School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1995, located in Vidisha, Madhya Pradesh.

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