School Principal

Job Role - Principal (Delhi Public School Abohar, Punjab)

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic educational leader to assume the role of Principal. The candidate should have a strong background in curriculum development, school administration, and a proven track record of successful leadership in schools offering CBSE & Cambridge curriculums.

Academics

To ensure the effective delivery of high-quality teaching and the maintenance of academic standards.

To ensure academic standards align with the curriculum requirements.

To evaluate the training needs of teachers and staff of the school.

To organize teacher development programs.

To support and conduct teacher training.

Staffing

To recruit the staff of the School. Conduct first-level interviews and shortlist candidates.

To create a supportive working environment for all staff in the School and foster their career development.

To ensure that staff review and development is completed in a timely manner and as per the laid down policy.

To complete reviews and appraisal in consultation with the Academic Head where appropriate.

To allocate duties to staff within the School and manage staff in accordance with policies and procedures.

To manage relevant disciplinary procedures for both staff and students.

Administration

To ensure the effective operation of the School following approved governance procedures.

To ensure that the Schools operations/arrangements comply with legal requirements.

To engage with teachers and parents to share student performance.

To analyze student assessments and oversee the development and implementation of individual academic plans for students at risk.

To assess and evaluate the achievement of academic goals of students and the school.

To deal with professional matters where relevant and in particular, the educational requirements of accreditation bodies.

To manage and encourage information flow to staff and students within the School.

Implementing decisions of the Board and the supply of information in accordance with Board directions.

Formulation and implementation of processes, administrative policies, and standard operating procedures in the school.

To supervise the school, its students, facilitators, professional and support staff, volunteers, and personnel from outside agencies.

To manage and monitor school administration in accordance and comply with policies and procedures.

To develop an effective plan for the allocation of getting optimal out of resources.

To work with the school team to develop and implement school/ teachers/ students improvement plans as needed.

To assist in the selection, induction, support, evaluation, and retention of high-quality instructional and support staff.

To conduct yearly teacher evaluations guide staff and students, and encourage a positive environment in the school.

To be responsible for the proper registration and transfer of students in the school and for maintaining up-to-date student cumulative records.

Grievance handling of all stakeholders.

Marketing

Participate in the various marketing events.

Connect with potential parents for registrations.

Connect with parents to generate students admission.

Miscellaneous responsibilities

Promoting collaboration within the School, with other Schools, and with other institutions.

Representing the School both internally and externally.

Prepare an annual report in agreement with the Schools Executive Committee and for consideration by the School Committee.

Liaison /coordination with educational statutory bodies /departments and implementation of their guidelines/inspection process.

Other duties as may be assigned by the Board.

Qualifications:

Masters or Doctorate in Education or a related field.

Previous experience as a Head of School or in a senior leadership role.

In-depth knowledge of CBSE/Cambridge programs.

Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with students, staff, parents, and the community.

Familiarity with current trends and best practices in education.