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 I-CBSE academic leadership and school administration. You will drive CBSE-aligned curriculum delivery, assessment, and continuous improvement across grades 10 and 12, while promoting inquiry-based and competency-based learning and technology-enabled teaching practices.

The ideal candidate brings 10–12+ years in CBSE schools, 3–5+ years in senior leadership, and an M.Ed.

Qualifications

• M.Ed. / Master’s degree in Education or a relevant subject is required.
• B.Ed. is required.
• 10–12+ years in CBSE schools with 3–5+ years in a senior leadership role.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, implementation, monitoring, and continuous improvement of the I-CBSE academic programme.
• Ensure curriculum delivery aligned with CBSE requirements and school goals.
• Promote learner-centric, inquiry-based, competency-based, and experiential learning.
• Drive academic excellence and board examination readiness for Grades 10 and 12.
• Monitor student achievement, academic performance, and learning outcomes.
• Support implementation of NEP 2020 and competency-based education practices.
• Review data and implement interventions and improvement strategies.
• Lead, mentor, motivate, and develop teaching and academic teams.
• Support recruitment, induction, performance evaluation, and professional development of educators.
• Build a collaborative, high-performing school culture.
• Conduct regular academic reviews, classroom observations, and performance discussions.
• Identify professional development needs and facilitate training opportunities.
• Collaborate with IB leadership and other academic teams.

Skills

CBSE curriculum expertise

Academic leadership

Staff mentorship

Curriculum planning

Stakeholder management

Education

M.Ed. / Master’s degree in Education or relevant subject

B.Ed.

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

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

Start Date: Immediate / As per mutual agreement

Key Responsibilities

• 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.


• 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.


• 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.


• 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.


• 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

• 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:


• Academic Head


• 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.

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