Principal — The Modern Academy Opening — The Modern Academy, Kolkata

The Modern Academy
Kolkata, West Bengalfull-time₹15L – ₹19L / yrICSE17–19 yrs expPosted 16d ago

Key facts

Role
Principal — The Modern Academy
School
The Modern Academy
City
Kolkata
State
West Bengal
Board
ICSE
School type
Day School
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹15L – ₹19L per year
Experience
17–19 years
Posted
7 Jun 2026
Closing date
18 Aug 2026
Day School
Est. 1993

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Job description

Overview

Kolkata, West Bengal — a fresh opening for a Principal — The Modern Academy at The Modern Academy. Curriculum: ICSE. The school has been running for 33+ years. Hit Apply to share your CV with the school. Strong applicants are typically contacted within a week.

The Modern Academy, a ICSE school in Kolkata, is hiring a Principal.

Key responsibilities:

  • Lead the school's academic and operational vision
  • Mentor faculty and coordinators
  • Engage with parents and the management committee
  • Drive curriculum and student outcomes

Requirements:

  • 8-20 years of relevant experience
  • Postgraduate degree with B.Ed; proven leadership track record

About the school: The Modern Academy is a ICSE Day School in Dhakuria, Kolkata.

What you'll handle as a Principal — The Modern Academy

Lead the academic vision, hire and mentor faculty, manage parent and board relations, and own school-wide outcomes from admissions to results day.

Working in an ICSE school

Working in an ICSE/ISC setting means deeper unit-wise content, more written work and clear assessment rubrics.

Working conditions

Day-school setup: regular school hours, scheduled events and standard term breaks.

About teaching in Kolkata

Kolkata has historic ICSE and CBSE schools alongside growing IB options, with hiring concentrated around March–May.

Common questions about this role

Is this a remote / work-from-home opportunity?

School roles are on-site by default — classroom teaching and student supervision require physical presence. Online tutoring openings are tagged separately on School Jobs India.

When are increments and bonuses given?

Most schools run yearly increments tied to the academic calendar (April cycle). Bonus structure depends on the school — confirm in writing before accepting the offer.

What non-teaching duties are expected?

Beyond teaching periods you'll typically own a homeroom, run one club/activity, support exam logistics, and contribute to one school-wide initiative each term.

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.

When does the school want the joining date to be?

Most school roles aim for a joining around the start of the next academic month or term. Once shortlisted, the school will agree a realistic date based on your notice period.

About The Modern Academy

The Modern Academy is a day school affiliated to ICSE, established in 1993, located in Kolkata, West Bengal.

The Modern Academy is a ICSE Day School in Dhakuria, Kolkata.

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Working at The Modern Academy

Perks

Medical RoomSmart ClassesArt and CraftDanceDramaMusicLibrary/Reading RoomPlaygroundComputer LabScience LabCCTVIndoor Sports

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