Principal — Thomas Academy Opening — Thomas Academy, Lucknow
Thomas AcademyKey facts
- Role
- Principal — Thomas Academy
- School
- Thomas Academy
- City
- Lucknow
- State
- Uttar Pradesh
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹10L – ₹15L per year
- Experience
- 14–17 years
- Posted
- 11 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
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Job description
Overview
Thomas Academy, a State Board school in Lucknow, 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:
Thomas Academy School was established in Jankipuram Gardens area of Lucknow in the year 1994 by the Thomas Educational Christian Society (TECS).
The School was founded by the Late Reverend. Emmanuel Gunnar and his wife Late Mrs. Moni Gunnar.
The school is administered by TECS in India. It is an unaided Christian Minority school and is open to children of all communities. It is affiliated to the U.P. Board of Secondary Education under the High School Scheme. The medium of instruction is English and Hindi.
Common questions about this role
How big are the classes?
Class sizes in Indian K-12 schools usually fall in the 25–40 student range. Premium IB/IGCSE schools often cap sections at 22–25.
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'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 English fluency required?
Bilingual fluency (English + regional language) is typically expected at state-board schools, especially for lower grades. Senior-secondary subject roles lean more English-first.
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 Thomas Academy
Thomas Academy School was established in Jankipuram Gardens area of Lucknow in the year 1994 by the Thomas Educational Christian Society (TECS). The School was founded by the Late Reverend. Emmanuel Gunnar and his wife Late Mrs. Moni Gunnar. The school is administered by TECS in India. It is an unaided Christian Minority school and is open to children of all communities. It is affiliated to the U.P. Board of Secondary Education under the High School Scheme. The medium of instruction is English and Hindi.
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