Principal

Bloomingdale International School; Krishna; On-site; INR 2,500,000 - 4,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Bloomingdale International School in Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh, seeks a Principal/Headmaster to lead the I-CBSE/ CBSE academic program with a focus on curriculum, assessments, and student outcomes.

You will drive leadership across academic teams, mentor teachers, and ensure effective implementation of CBSE requirements while promoting innovative teaching practices and learner-centric learning environments.

Qualifications

• M.Ed. / Master’s degree in Education or a relevant subject and B.Ed. are essential.
• 10–12+ years of CBSE teaching experience with 3–5+ years in senior academic leadership roles.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, implementation, monitoring, and continuous improvement of the I-CBSE academic programme.
• Ensure curriculum delivery aligns with CBSE requirements and school goals.
• Drive learner-centric, inquiry-based, and competency-based education approaches.
• Oversee board examination readiness for Grades 10 and 12.
• Monitor student achievement and learning outcomes; implement interventions.
• Support NEP 2020 implementation and competency-based education practices.
• Conduct regular academic reviews and teacher development.

Skills

CBSE leadership

Academic leadership

Curriculum planning

Stakeholder management

Educational technology

Team mentoring

Education

M.Ed./Master’s in Education

B.Ed.

Tools

LMS

ERP

Assessment platforms

Job description

Principal / Headmaster – I-CBSE | CBSE School Leadership

Location: Bloomingdale International School, Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh

Employment Type: Full-time | On-site

Department: Academic Leadership / School Administration

Curriculum: I-CBSE / CBSE

Experience: 10–12+ years in CBSE education, including 3–5+ years in a leadership role

Start Date: Immediate / As per mutual agreement

Key Responsibilities

Academic & Curriculum Leadership

• Lead the planning, implementation, monitoring, and continuous improvement of the I-CBSE academic programme.
• Ensure effective curriculum delivery aligned with CBSE requirements and school academic goals.
• Promote learner-centric, inquiry-based, competency-based, and experiential learning practices.
• Drive academic excellence and board examination readiness for Grades 10 and 12.
• Monitor student achievement, academic performance, and learning outcomes.
• Support the effective implementation of NEP 2020 and competency-based education practices.
• Review academic data and implement appropriate interventions and improvement strategies.

Leadership & Team Management

• Lead, mentor, motivate, and develop teaching and academic teams.
• Support recruitment, induction, performance evaluation, and professional development of educators.
• Build a collaborative, accountable, and high-performing school culture.
• Conduct regular academic reviews, classroom observations, and performance discussions.
• Identify professional development needs and facilitate appropriate training opportunities.

Innovation & Cross-Programme Collaboration

• Collaborate with IB leadership and other academic teams to share effective teaching and learning practices.
• Support cross-programme initiatives, interdisciplinary learning, innovation, and educational technology.
• Encourage the adoption of contemporary teaching methodologies while maintaining curriculum alignment.
• Contribute to the continuous development of the school's academic vision and educational practices.

Student Development & Wellbeing

• Ensure students receive appropriate academic, pastoral, and developmental support.
• Monitor student progress, attendance, discipline, engagement, and overall wellbeing.
• Establish effective systems for identifying and addressing learning gaps.
• Promote a positive, safe, inclusive, and student-centred school environment.
• Support student leadership, co-curricular activities, and holistic development.

Parent & Community Engagement

• Build strong and professional relationships with parents and the wider school community.
• Lead Parent-Teacher Meetings, orientations, academic interactions, and feedback forums.
• Address parent concerns effectively and ensure timely communication.
• Represent the school professionally in relevant academic and community engagements.

Administration, Compliance & Operations

• Ensure compliance with applicable CBSE requirements, policies, and academic regulations.
• Oversee academic calendars, schedules, examinations, assessments, reporting, and documentation.
• Monitor effective implementation of school policies and academic systems.
• Work closely with administration and support teams to ensure smooth school operations.
• Leverage LMS, ERP, assessment platforms, and other educational technology systems to improve academic administration and communication.

Qualifications & Experience

Essential

• M.Ed. / Master’s degree in Education or a relevant subject, along with B.Ed.
• 10–12+ years of experience in CBSE schools or a comparable school education environment.
• 3–5+ years of experience in a senior academic leadership role, such as:
• Principal
• Headmaster / Headmistress
• Vice Principal
• Academic Head
• Senior School Leader
• Strong knowledge of CBSE curriculum, assessment, academic planning, and school operations.
• Good understanding of NEP 2020 and competency-based education.
• Proven experience in teacher leadership, academic monitoring, and school improvement.

Preferred

• Experience with IB, Cambridge, IGCSE, or other international curricula.
• Experience working in a dual-curriculum or international school environment.
• Exposure to curriculum integration and cross-programme academic initiatives.
• Familiarity with LMS, ERP, assessment platforms, and educational technology.
• Experience with school accreditation, quality assurance, or institutional improvement initiatives.

What We're Looking For

• Visionary and strategic educational leadership.
• Strong academic and curriculum expertise.
• Excellent understanding of CBSE school systems and requirements.
• Strong team-building, mentoring, and people-management skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder-management abilities.
• A growth mindset with the ability to lead change and innovation.
• Strong decision-making, planning, and organisational skills.
• Commitment to student wellbeing, academic excellence, and holistic development.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a diverse academic leadership team.

Relocation

Candidates from outside Vijayawada who are open to relocation are encouraged to apply.

HR Department – Bloomingdale International School

Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh

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