Headmistress

Job Title: Headmistress

Department: Academics / Administration
Reporting to: Principal / School Management Committee
Location: Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh

Job Purpose

To provide strong academic and administrative leadership to the school section (Primary/Middle/Senior), ensuring effective teaching-learning processes, discipline, staff coordination, and adherence to CBSE guidelines and school policies.

Key Responsibilities1. Academic Leadership

• Plan, implement, and monitor the school’s academic calendar in line with CBSE norms.
• Supervise lesson planning, pedagogy, and classroom delivery across all subjects.
• Ensure continuous evaluation and assessment of students.
• Promote innovative and activity-based learning practices.
• Organize remedial classes, enrichment programs, and academic competitions.
• Ensure timely completion of syllabus and maintenance of academic records.

2. Staff Management

• Supervise and mentor teachers to maintain teaching quality and professional growth.
• Conduct regular staff meetings, classroom observations, and performance appraisals.
• Identify staff training needs and coordinate professional development workshops.
• Maintain healthy staff relations and foster teamwork.

3. Student Development & Discipline

• Oversee student attendance, punctuality, and discipline.
• Encourage holistic development through co-curricular and extracurricular activities.
• Address behavioral or academic concerns in collaboration with parents and teachers.
• Ensure child-friendly and safe school environment.

4. Administration & Compliance

• Implement school policies and CBSE/education board regulations.
• Assist in school inspections, audits, and affiliation processes.
• Maintain accurate records — attendance, results, staff details, and registers.
• Coordinate with the Principal on administrative matters like timetables, duty rosters, etc.
• Ensure smooth conduct of examinations and school events.

5. Parent & Community Relations

• Communicate effectively with parents regarding student progress and school activities.
• Conduct PTMs (Parent-Teacher Meetings) and address parental concerns promptly.
• Promote a positive image of the school in the local community.

6. Leadership & Vision

• Support the Management in implementing the school’s vision and mission.
• Act as a role model in professionalism, ethics, and dedication.
• Encourage innovation, inclusivity, and excellence at all levels of the school.

Key Skills and Competencies

• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication (English & Hindi)
• In-depth knowledge of CBSE rules, curriculum, and NEP 2020 guidelines
• Organizational and time-management skills
• Decision-making and problem-solving ability
• Empathy and mentoring capability

Qualification and Experience

• Master’s Degree with B.Ed (mandatory)
• Minimum 8–10 years of teaching experience, including 3–5 years in a supervisory or administrative role (as Coordinator, Vice Principal, or similar)
• Experience in a CBSE-affiliated school preferred
• Basic computer proficiency (MS Office, ERP systems, etc.)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹80,000.00 - ₹100,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person