CBSE School Principal

About The Opportunity

Primary standardized title:

• Provide strategic academic leadership: set vision, translate CBSE curricula into measurable learning objectives and ensure consistent delivery across grade levels.
• Lead faculty hiring, professional development and performance management to build a high-performing teaching team and raise instructional quality.
• Oversee student welfare, discipline, inclusive practices and safeguarding policies to ensure a safe, supportive learning environment.
• Manage school operations — budget oversight, resource allocation, infrastructure maintenance and vendor relationships to optimise campus effectiveness.
• Ensure full compliance with CBSE regulations and state education norms, coordinate inspections, accreditation and board examinations.
• Drive stakeholder engagement: maintain transparent communications with parents, governing body, local community and external partners to boost enrollment and reputation.
  

Skills & Qualifications

Must-Have

• Postgraduate degree in Education/Management or equivalent with B.Ed; M.Ed or MBA (Education) preferred.
• Minimum 5–8 years of progressive leadership experience in CBSE-affiliated schools, including prior experience as Vice-Principal/Head of Department or Principal.
• Proven track record of curriculum implementation, student assessment strategies and improving academic outcomes.
• Strong knowledge of CBSE regulations, examination processes and school administration best practices.
  

Preferred

• Experience managing budgets, admissions strategy and school accreditation projects.
• A candidate in their 50's is preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal, conflict-resolution and stakeholder-management skills with fluency in English and local language(s).
  

• Opportunity to lead and shape academic strategy in a values-driven, student-centred environment.
• Competitive compensation, performance-linked incentives and professional development support.
• Collaborative leadership culture that values innovation in teaching and holistic development.