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Principal

₹10L – ₹18L / yr7–9 yrsCloses 22 Aug
Shimla, Himachal PradeshcontractPosted 11d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Principal
School
Stokes Memorial School
City
Shimla
State
Himachal Pradesh
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Contract
Salary
₹10L – ₹18L per year
Experience
7–9 years
Posted
22 Jun 2026
Closing date
22 Aug 2026

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Pay benchmark

Principal salary in Shimla — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹10.3L
per year
Typical
₹13.9L
per year
Senior / high
₹17.6L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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  • Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
  • CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
  • Established school — running for 22+ years.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Stokes Memorial School in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh is on the lookout for a Principal. The school values educators who care about classroom culture as much as curriculum delivery. Stokes Memorial School, established 2004, is a senior secondary school in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh — a CBSE-affiliated school. The working culture is collaborative, professional, and grounded in student-centred decisions. About the role: the Principal is a senior position blending academic leadership with operational ownership — running reviews, mentoring teachers, handling escalations, and representing the school externally. Day to day, you will:

  • Run faculty meetings, academic reviews, and section-level planning.
  • Observe classes, give actionable feedback, follow up on teacher development.
  • Approve calendars, assessment papers, and major parent communication.
  • Engage with leadership on hiring, budgets, and infrastructure needs.
  • Spend time on the floor — corridors, classrooms, labs — to read the school accurately. 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 (₹10.3 LPA – ₹17.6 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. Submit your application online from this page to be considered by Stokes Memorial School. Interview slots are scheduled after profile review, typically inside five to seven working days.

Common questions about this role

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.

Is English fluency required?

Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.

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 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.

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.

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.

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About the school

Stokes Memorial School

Key facts about Stokes Memorial School

Key facts
Founded
2004
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
Nidhi Sharma
Affiliation #
630159
Address
VILLAGE PUJARLI, JUNGA ROAD, P.O KASUMPATI, Village Pujarli, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, 171009

Stokes Memorial School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2004, located in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh.

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