Head of School
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As a CBSE-affiliated school, the calendar is structured around term-wise assessments, project work and board-format mocks for senior grades.
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Overview
St. Paul's School is hiring a Head of School in Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh. The role is well-scoped, supported by detailed academic planning, and offers a clear path for professional growth. St. Paul's School in Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh functions as a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1964,. The leadership team is closely involved in academic planning and faculty support, with a sharp focus on classroom impact. Position: as Head of School, 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. Requirements:
- Master's degree with a relevant teaching qualification (B.Ed./M.Ed. preferred).
- Significant classroom experience plus years in coordination/leadership.
- Calm, confident judgement with students, parents, and staff.
- Clear writing for academic plans, reports, and parent communication.
- A track record of building and retaining strong teaching teams. Benefits and culture:
- Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹7.8 LPA – ₹13.1 LPA).
- Structured calendar with reasonable workload expectations.
- Professional development through workshops and internal training.
- A collaborative staff culture with clear leadership backing.
- Stable, full-time employment at a settled school. Submit your application here so St. Paul's School can shortlist you alongside the active pool. Strong profiles move to a brief teaching demo and a discussion with the academic head.