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Principal

₹12L – ₹27L / yr7–12 yrsCloses 29 Jul 26 days left
Chitrakoot, Uttar Pradeshfull-timePosted 47d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Principal
School
St. Thomas School
City
Chitrakoot
State
Uttar Pradesh
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹12L – ₹27L per year
Experience
7–12 years
Posted
16 May 2026
Closing date
29 Jul 2026

Compare against the market: Principal salary in Chitrakoot

Pay benchmark

Principal salary in Chitrakoot — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹11.9L
per year
Typical
₹19.3L
per year
Senior / high
₹26.7L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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Principal

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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

An opening for a Principal in Chitrakoot, Uttar Pradesh at St. Thomas School. The school is expanding its team for the new session and welcomes both experienced and high-potential candidates. St. Thomas School, established 2003, is a senior secondary school in Chitrakoot, Uttar Pradesh — a CBSE-affiliated school. The working culture is collaborative, professional, and grounded in student-centred decisions. Context: the Principal reports into the Principal and works alongside other senior leaders. The role carries academic and operational responsibilities and is central to the school's day-to-day functioning. 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. Why join us:
  • Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹11.9 LPA – ₹26.7 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. Complete your application via the button on this listing so St. Thomas School receives your details directly. Matching profiles are shortlisted promptly and contacted by the academic office.

Common questions about this role

Is school transport available for staff?

Staff transport varies. Larger schools with their own fleet usually allow staff onboarding on existing routes; smaller schools may not run dedicated routes.

How do I apply for this Principal vacancy?

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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.

How big are the classes?

Section sizes typically range from 25 to 40 students. The school will confirm exact section size during the interview based on the grade you'll teach.

Is background verification done before joining?

Yes — most schools run document and reference verification, and many use third-party background checks. Keep your last 2–3 employer references and original certificates ready.

Are detailed lesson plans expected?

Schools generally require lesson plans aligned to the syllabus and pacing calendar. Coordinators review them weekly or fortnightly.

What non-teaching duties are expected?

Common non-teaching duties include exam invigilation, homework correction, parent-teacher meetings, one co-curricular activity, and being a homeroom/tutor-group mentor.

Who fits

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About the school

St. Thomas School

Key facts about St. Thomas School

Key facts
Founded
2003
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
BASTIN ARACKAL
Affiliation #
2131410
Address
SHIVRAMPUR PO KARWI CHITRAKOOT, Shivrampur Karwi, Chitrakoot, Uttar Pradesh, 210205

St. Thomas School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2003, located in Chitrakoot, Uttar Pradesh.

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