Principal for CBSE School

Job post summary

Date posted: June 27, 2026

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

Job description:

THE DA VINCI INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL IS AFFILIATED TO CBSE.

About Us

DaVinci International School is a forward-thinking, vibrant educational institution dedicated to fostering creativity, critical thinking, and global citizenship. We blend a rigorous CBSE curriculum with modern, innovative teaching methodologies, placing a high value on sports and holistic development.

Job Summary

We are seeking a dynamic, highly structured, and experienced Principal to take charge of our school’s administrative, operational, and co-curricular leadership.

At DaVinci, our classroom academic portfolio is managed by an exclusive Dean of Academics. The Principal holds ultimate institutional accountability, acting as a vital facilitator who collaborates closely with the Dean to provide the resources and administrative backing needed for academic success.

Crucially, the Principal owns the \"beyond-the-classroom\" student experience. This includes driving our mandatory daily 1-hour sports program for all students, as well as spearheading all co-curricular and extra-curricular initiatives to ensure a vibrant campus life.

Important Note: The selected candidate must currently reside in close proximity or be fully prepared to relocate close to the school campus to ensure seamless management of daily Responsibilities

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• Holistic Student Development (Sports & Activities): Direct and oversee the implementation of our mandatory daily 1-hour games/sports program for all students. Strategize, design, and manage all co-curricular and extra-curricular activities, clubs, and school events.
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• Academic Collaboration & Facilitation: Partner closely with the Dean of Academics; facilitate their curriculum goals by aligning administrative workflows, scheduling, budgeting, and resources to support classroom excellence.
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• Administrative & Operational Excellence: Oversee the entire daily administration, logistics, campus infrastructure, and non-academic operations.
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• CBSE Compliance & Liaisoning: Manage all statutory requirements, documentation, affiliations, and inspections required by the CBSE board and local educational authorities.
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• Discipline & Student Welfare: Maintain high standards of campus discipline, safety protocols, house systems, and student well-being.
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• Stakeholder & Community Relations: Act as the primary institutional representative for parents, government bodies, vendors, and the local community.
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Qualifications & Requirements

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• Education: Post Graduate degree from a recognized university along with a Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.).
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• Experience: Minimum of 7 years of administrative leadership experience (as Principal or Vice-Principal) strictly within CBSE affiliated schools .
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• Preferred Background: Professionals with a strong foundation in Kendriya Vidyalayas (KVs) or Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas (JNVs) are strongly preferred due to their rigorous training in campus administration, sports integration, and CBSE compliance.
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• Location/Residency: Must live close to the school or be willing to relocate to the immediate vicinity of the campus.
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• Leadership Style: Collaborative, energetic, and highly organized. A leader who values physical education and creative arts just as much as academic scores.
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Benefits & Perks

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• Competitive salary package matching market standards for senior leaders
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• (Optional: On-campus or near-campus accommodation assistance)
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• Comprehensive health insurance
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• Child tuition fee concessions
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• Gratuity and leaves as per institutional policy
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How to Apply

Please submit your updated Resume/CV and a Cover Letter detailing your administrative achievements in CBSE schools and your timeline for relocating close to the campus.

To Apply: Send your CV and a brief cover note to (school email address)

For queries, contact or whatsapp:

Job Type: Full-time

Education:

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• Master's (Required)
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Experience:

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• as a Principal in a CBSE or any reputed School.: 6 years (Required)
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Work Location: In person