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Key facts
- Role
- Principal
- School
- The Indian Public School
- City
- Coimbatore
- State
- Tamil Nadu
- Board
- IB Board
- School type
- Senior Secondary
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹11.3L – ₹28.3L per year
- Experience
- 5–9 years
- Posted
- 5 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 4 Aug 2026
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Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
IB schools typically pay 25-40% above the CBSE median for the same experience.
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- Established school — running for 15+ years.
Job description
Overview
The Indian Public School invites applications for a Principal in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. The role is integral to our academic calendar, with reasonable workload and clear deliverables. The Indian Public School in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu is a senior secondary institution — a IB-affiliated school, established 2011,. The school pairs a traditional academic core with modern classroom practices and consistent investment in faculty enablement. What the role looks like: the Principal owns outcomes for the assigned section/portfolio — academic quality, faculty development, parent engagement, and student wellbeing — and contributes to the school's strategic plans. 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. Perks and culture:
- Fair compensation with annual review (₹11.3 LPA – ₹28.3 LPA).
- Stable, full-time engagement with a clear academic calendar.
- Regular PD through internal and external programmes.
- A working culture that takes faculty wellbeing seriously.
- A school that genuinely cares about student outcomes. Submit your application on this page and The Indian Public School will weigh your candidacy for the opening. Next steps usually include a short demo class and a panel discussion.
Common questions about this role
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How do I apply for this Principal vacancy?
Apply through this page using your School Jobs India profile. Complete your profile first (qualifications, experience, references) — schools shortlist faster when the basics are in place.
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.
Can I negotiate the salary at The Indian Public School?
Yes — the band shown is a starting point. Schools consider your last-drawn CTC, teaching experience, board expertise (IB) and any specialist skills. Come prepared with a specific number and a 1-line justification.
What's the interview process like for this teaching role?
Most schools have 2–3 rounds: an HR call, a demo lesson, then a leadership interview. Be ready to walk through one of your lesson plans and how you handle classroom management.
Is this a contract or permanent role?
This is listed as a part time role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.
Is this a fixed-term or open-ended contract?
The employment type is shown in the Key Facts section above. Fixed-term roles usually align to the academic year; permanent roles are open-ended after probation. The final letter will spell out renewal and exit terms.
Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Schools generally require lesson plans aligned to the syllabus and pacing calendar. Coordinators review them weekly or fortnightly.
What questions are asked in a Principal interview?
Panels usually ask about your teaching philosophy, a demo lesson walkthrough, how you handle discipline and parents, and syllabus familiarity. See the "Interview questions & answers" section on this page for six of the most common ones and how to answer them.
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.
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Key facts about The Indian Public School
- Founded
- 2011
- Board
- IB Board
- Type
- Senior Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 10:1
With over ten years of experience in providing quality International Education, TIPS has evolved as the pre-eminent international school in India. Located in the serene and peaceful city of Coimbatore, we have grown in line with the ever changing landscape and moulded ourselves to afford a first class education to the wide range of students who are with usWhen you visit our campus, you get a sense of the family and kinship that pervades everything we do. Our dedicated teaching and administrative staff ensures seamless transition of the children into engaged learners. Our vibrant and responsive teaching – learning ensures to give every child the very best start possible in their education. We enable the children to become active learners by offering challenging broad and balanced International Baccalaureate and Cambridge curriculum programs..
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