Vice Principal

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Role Overview

The Vice Principal supports the Principal in providing academic leadership, operational efficiency, and a positive school culture. The role ensures high standards of teaching–learning, student discipline, staff performance, and parent engagement while driving continuous school improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Academic Leadership

• Support implementation of curriculum as per board guidelines
• Monitor lesson planning, classroom delivery, and assessments
• Guide teachers on pedagogy, classroom management, and best practices
• Lead academic reviews, exams, results analysis, and improvement plans

Staff Management

• Supervise teaching and non-teaching staff
• Support recruitment, induction, mentoring, and performance appraisals
• Conduct regular classroom observations and feedback sessions
• Foster a collaborative, accountable, and growth-oriented culture

Student Management

• Oversee student discipline, attendance, and wellbeing
• Address academic, behavioral, and emotional concerns
• Ensure a safe, inclusive, and child-centric environment
• Support student leadership programs and co-curricular activities

Parent & Stakeholder Engagement

• Handle parent interactions, grievances, and feedback professionally
• Support PTMs, orientations, and school events
• Act as a bridge between management, staff, parents, and students

Operations & Compliance

• Assist in school administration and daily operations
• Ensure compliance with board, statutory, and safety norms
• Support timetable planning, substitutions, and academic calendars
• Step in as Acting Principal in the absence of the Principal

Qualifications & Experience

• Postgraduate degree with

  B.Ed / M.Ed (mandatory)

• Minimum

  8–12 years

  of teaching experience
• At least

  3–5 years

  in a leadership role (HOD / Coordinator / VP)
• Strong understanding of school boards, NEP, and assessment practices

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership and decision-making abilities
• Excellent communication and conflict-resolution skills
• Academic planning, data analysis, and reporting
• Empathy, integrity, and high emotional intelligence
• Proficient in school ERP / MS Office

What We Offer

• Leadership growth and career advancement
• Supportive management and professional development
• Competitive compensation (as per experience)