Head of School — The Seventh-day Adventist Senior Secondary School Vacancy at The Seventh-day Adventist Senior Secondary School, Kolkata
The Seventh-day Adventist Senior Secondary SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Head of School — The Seventh-day Adventist Senior Secondary School
- School
- The Seventh-day Adventist Senior Secondary School
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- ICSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹9.1L – ₹12L per year
- Experience
- 11–13 years
- Posted
- 8 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
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Job description
Overview
Day to day, the Head of School — The Seventh-day Adventist Senior Secondary School at The Seventh-day Adventist Senior Secondary School will plan lessons, run classes, mark work, and partner with parents — supported by an experienced academic team. Curriculum: ICSE. The school has been running for 81+ years. Apply directly through this listing — your profile is shared with the school as soon as you submit.
The Seventh-day Adventist Senior Secondary School, a ICSE school in Kolkata, is hiring a Head of School.
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: Seventh Day Adventist Senior Secondary School is a Co-ed school affiliated to Council for Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE).
What you'll handle as a Head of School — The Seventh-day Adventist Senior Secondary School
Teach senior-secondary classes (XI–XII), prepare students for board exams, set and moderate question papers, and mentor career-stage students.
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
What's the interview process like for this teaching role?
Typical schools run a screening call → a demo class (15–30 minutes for the relevant grade) → a panel interview with the Principal/HOD. Some boards also ask for a written response or a sample lesson plan.
Is the salary CTC or in-hand?
Schools quote CTC by default. In-hand depends on PF (12% employee share), professional tax, and your tax slab — ask HR for a sample salary structure before accepting.
What qualifications are required for a Head of School — The Seventh-day Adventist Senior Secondary School?
Most Head of School — The Seventh-day Adventist Senior Secondary School 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.
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.
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.
About The Seventh-day Adventist Senior Secondary School
The Seventh-day Adventist Senior Secondary School is a day school affiliated to ICSE, established in 1945, located in Kolkata, West Bengal.
Seventh Day Adventist Senior Secondary School is a Co-ed school affiliated to Council for Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE).
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