Pre-Primary Teacher
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Key facts
- Role
- Pre-Primary Teacher
- School
- St. Xaviers School
- City
- Nainital
- State
- Uttarakhand
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹3.7L – ₹6.0L per year
- Experience
- 1–5 years
- Posted
- 16 May 2026
- Closing date
- 3 Jul 2026Closes today
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Pre-Primary Teacher salary in Nainital — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
Why apply
- 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.
Job description
Overview
St. Xaviers School requires a Pre-Primary Teacher in Nainital, Uttarakhand for the upcoming academic year. A full-time role with reasonable workload expectations and clear deliverables. St. Xaviers School in Nainital, Uttarakhand is a secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school pairs a traditional academic core with modern classroom practices and consistent investment in faculty enablement. Context: the Pre-Primary Teacher works inside the academic team and reports into the section head. The role is full-time and aligned with the published calendar, including assessment windows and parent meetings. Core responsibilities:
- Teach assigned classes per the published timetable.
- Plan units, lessons, and assessments using school templates.
- Track attendance, performance, and behaviour; act on early warnings.
- Engage with parents through structured PTMs and informal check-ins.
- Take part in the school's PD calendar and observation cycles. Requirements:
- Bachelor's or Master's in the subject; B.Ed. preferred.
- Strong subject knowledge and clear classroom communication.
- Experience with the relevant grade level (high-potential freshers welcome).
- Good classroom management with mixed-ability learners.
- Comfortable with the school's ERP and digital classroom tools. What we offer:
- Competitive, on-time salary (₹3.7 LPA – ₹6.0 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. Apply now using this listing, and your CV reaches the St. Xaviers School hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.
Common questions about this role
How will I know if my application is being reviewed?
You'll get a status notification on School Jobs India (and by email) each time the school updates your application — Shortlisted, Interviewing, Offered or Not selected. Sign in and open "My applications" to see the timeline anytime.
What is the average Pre-Primary Teacher salary in Nainital?
Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to Pre-Primary Teacher roles in Nainital. As a rough anchor, city tier and board affiliation move the number by 20-40% — IB and Cambridge schools sit at the top, state-board privates at the base.
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.
What questions are asked in a Pre-Primary Teacher 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 Pre-Primary Teacher roles in Nainital.
Do I have to work weekends?
Most day schools follow a 6-day or 5.5-day week with Sundays off. Occasional Saturdays may go to events, parent meetings, or PD sessions.
How do I write an application email for this Pre-Primary Teacher role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "Pre-Primary Teacher application — St. Xaviers School"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why St. Xaviers School and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
What does a typical day look like?
School days usually run 7.5–8 hours with 5–6 teaching periods, plus prep, lunch and one or two non-teaching duties (homework checks, library, club). Saturdays vary by school.
Is accommodation provided?
Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.
How much experience do I need for this Pre-Primary Teacher role?
The required experience is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Schools also consider relevant internships, board-prep training and student-teaching when evaluating early-career candidates.
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.
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Key facts about St. Xaviers School
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 15:1
One of the prestigious schools in Nainital is St. Xaviers School affiliated with CBSE curriculum offering classes from 6-10 with a student-teacher ratio of 15:1. Founded in 2014 , it provides modern boarding facilities with separate hostels ensuring a comfortable and secure environment. It aims to help students with progressive learning. The school emphasizes extracurriculars and outdoor sports. St. Xaviers School is a Private, Senior Secondary school and also a Boarding School situated at Nainital, Uttarakhand, North India.
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