Head Mistress

School: DPS
Department: Academic & Administration
Classes Responsible For: Pre-Primary to Class V
Location: Kalyanpur
Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Role

The Headmistress will be responsible for providing academic leadership, ensuring high standards of teaching–learning practices, and maintaining a safe, nurturing, and inclusive school environment for students from Pre-Primary to Class V. The role involves managing teachers, students, curriculum delivery, parent communication, and the overall functioning of the primary and pre-primary sections.

Key Responsibilities

Academic Leadership

• Oversee curriculum planning, implementation, and continuous improvement across Pre-Primary to Class V.
• Ensure developmentally appropriate teaching–learning methodologies and child-centric practices.
• Monitor classroom instruction and provide feedback to teachers.
• Support enrichment programs, assessments, and learning outcomes.

Administration & Operations

• Supervise day-to-day functioning of the primary and pre-primary sections.
• Prepare academic calendars, timetables, school events, and activity plans.
• Ensure adherence to school policies, safety norms, and statutory requirements.
• Coordinate with management, administration, and support staff.

Teacher Management & Development

• Lead, mentor, and evaluate teachers and support staff.
• Conduct regular training, meetings, and professional development programs.
• Facilitate collaborative teaching culture and performance excellence.

Student Development & Welfare

• Promote holistic development including academics, values, discipline, sports, and activities.
• Ensure a safe, caring, and inclusive environment for all students.
• Address behavioural, social, and academic concerns with sensitivity.

Parent & Community Engagement

• Maintain effective communication with parents and guardians.
• Conduct orientations, PTMs, and counseling sessions when required.
• Build positive school–parent relationships.

Quality & Compliance

• Maintain academic records, reports, and documentation.
• Support school audits, inspections, and accreditation processes.
• Drive continuous quality improvement initiatives.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to ₹35,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person