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Key facts
- Role
- Principal
- School
- Zakir Husain Model SR SEC School
- City
- Aligarh
- State
- Uttar Pradesh
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹12L – ₹13L per year
- Experience
- 7–9 years
- Posted
- 7 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 28 Jul 2026
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- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Established school — running for 53+ years.
Job description
Overview
Zakir Husain Model SR SEC School is recruiting a Principal in Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh. The academic framework is built around clear learning goals, regular reviews, and a healthy planning rhythm. Zakir Husain Model SR SEC School in Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh is a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1973,. The school pairs a traditional academic core with modern classroom practices and consistent investment in faculty enablement. Role: as Principal, you work closely with the Principal on academic and operational decisions — leading a section/team, driving teacher development, overseeing assessments, and holding the line on standards. Responsibilities:
- Lead the assigned section/department on academic and operational matters.
- Mentor teachers through observation, feedback, and development plans.
- Oversee assessment cycles, result analysis, and improvement plans.
- Handle parent escalations professionally and represent the school externally.
- Drive a culture of academic rigour, discipline, and student wellbeing. Qualifications and skills:
- Master's degree with a recognised teaching/leadership qualification.
- Track record of leading improvement at section or school level.
- Hiring, coaching, performance management, and conflict resolution skills.
- Solid grasp of curriculum, assessment, and parent communication.
- High professional integrity and a clear communication style. Perks and culture:
- Fair compensation with annual review (₹11.5 LPA – ₹12.6 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. Complete your application through this page with your latest CV and references. The recruitment desk at Zakir Husain Model SR SEC School reviews every profile that arrives via the platform.
Common questions about this role
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 questions are asked in a Principal interview?
Typical rounds cover self-introduction, why teaching, classroom-management scenarios, subject/syllabus knowledge, and one differentiation scenario. Scroll to "Interview questions & answers" below for six sample questions with model answers tuned for Principal roles in Aligarh.
How do I apply for this Principal vacancy?
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How do I write an application email for this Principal role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "Principal application — Zakir Husain Model SR SEC School"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Zakir Husain Model SR SEC School and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Absolutely — schools regularly hire candidates on notice. Be upfront about your release date so interview scheduling and the offer timeline can be aligned.
What is the salary for this Principal role?
The salary band is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Final offers depend on your years of experience, qualifications and the interview outcome.
How much experience do I need for this Principal role?
The required experience is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Schools also consider relevant internships, board-prep training and student-teaching when evaluating early-career candidates.
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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.
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.
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Role details
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Key facts about Zakir Husain Model SR SEC School
- Founded
- 1973
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- SUMBUL NIGAR
- Affiliation #
- 2130009
Zakir Husain Model SR SEC School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1973, located in Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh.
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