Residential Principal- Mumbai (Virar)

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Job Summary:

The Principal of the Residential School is responsible for overall leadership, administration, and academic excellence of the institution. The Principal will be a visionary leader committed to raising educational standards, ensuring a disciplined environment, and promoting holistic development of students in a residential setup.

Key Responsibilities:

Academic Leadership & Excellence

• Drive continuous improvement in academic standards across all grades.

• Oversee curriculum implementation aligned with CBSE

• Introduce innovative teaching methods and digital learning tools.

• Conduct regular teacher training programs to upgrade teaching skills and classroom management.

• Set measurable academic goals and monitor student performance.

• Implement academic intervention strategies for underperforming students.

Standard Upliftment Initiatives

• Develop and implement school development plans focused on infrastructure, academics, and extracurricular activities.

• Regularly benchmark school performance against top residential schools and implement best practices.

• Focus on achieving high board results, national level rankings, and holistic student development.

• Lead initiatives to get accreditations, recognitions, and affiliations from relevant educational bodies.

Administrative Leadership

• Manage daily school operations, including academic planning, discipline, residential life, and student welfare.

• Lead the admissions process to attract high-quality students.

• Budget planning and resource allocation to support academic and co-curricular excellence.

• Ensure the school campus is safe, well-maintained, and conducive to learning.

Hostel & Pastoral Care

• Oversee the effective functioning of the hostel, ensuring students' safety, well-being, and personal development.

• Implement structured schedules balancing academics, sports, co-curricular activities, and rest.

• Ensure a healthy, inclusive, and disciplined residential environment.

Staff Development & Management

• Recruit, train, and manage qualified teaching and non-teaching staff.

• Foster a collaborative team culture focused on educational excellence.

• Conduct regular performance reviews and implement staff development programs.

Parent & Community Engagement

• Maintain proactive communication with parents regarding student progress and school initiatives.

• Organize parent meetings, events, and open houses.

• Build the schools brand within the community and enhance its reputation.

Compliance & Reporting

• Ensure full compliance with education board regulations and legal requirements.

• Provide regular reports to management on academic progress, discipline, staffing, and development plans.

Desired Qualifications:

• Masters Degree in Education or equivalent (B.Ed/M.Ed mandatory).

• 10+ years of teaching experience with 35 years as a Principal or Vice Principal in a residential school.

• Proven track record of improving academic standards and school reputation.

• Strong leadership, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

• Excellent communication skills in English.

Preferred Attributes:

• Experience with boarding school systems and pastoral care.

• Ability to implement technology in education.

• Strong understanding of student psychological and emotional needs in residential settings.

Performance Indicators:

• Improved board examination results.

• Higher student retention and satisfaction.

• Enhanced school rankings and recognition.

• Positive parent and community feedback.