Principal

**Job Description for Academic Principal**

**Position Title**: Academic Principal

**Department**: Academic Affairs

**Location**: Telangana (Hyderabad), Andhra Pradesh.

**Reports to**: Academic Dean or AGM.

**Position Overview**: The Academic Principal serves as the chief educational leader and administrative head of the campus. They are responsible for overseeing the academic, operational, and administrative functions, ensuring the institution provides a quality education that aligns with the institution’s goals, curriculum standards, and values. This role focuses on fostering a positive learning environment, supporting teachers and staff, promoting student achievement, and building relationships with parents and the community.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- **Leadership and Management**:

- Provide visionary leadership to the campus, driving continuous improvement in teaching and learning.
- Develop and implement short
- and long-term academic goals and objectives.
- Oversee the daily operations of the campus, including discipline, scheduling, and resource allocation.
- Build a collaborative culture among staff and maintain a professional and supportive work environment.
- **Academic Excellence**:

- Ensure that the curriculum is effectively delivered and aligned with national and state standards.
- Lead initiatives to enhance student academic performance and engagement.
- Monitor and assess academic programs, making data-driven decisions to improve instruction.
- Promote the use of innovative teaching methods, technology, and best practices.
- **Teacher Support and Development**:

- Supervise, mentor, and evaluate teachers and academic staff, providing regular feedback and opportunities for professional growth.
- Facilitate professional development and training programs for faculty.
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement through instructional coaching and collaborative planning.
- **Student Support and Development**:

- Ensure that all students receive a quality education in a safe and supportive environment.
- Oversee student assessment, progress monitoring, and interventions for struggling students.
- Promote positive behaviour, social-emotional learning, and the overall well-being of students.
- Lead and support extracurricular activities that enhance student engagement and personal development.
- **Community and Parent Engagement**:

- Build strong relationships with parents to foster collaboration and communication.
- Organize parent-teacher meetings, workshops, and other events to support student success.
- Serve as the key representative of the campus to stakeholders, including parents, community organizations, and other authorities.
- **Administrative and Operational Duties**:

- Develop and manage the campus budget, ensuring efficient allocation of resources.
- Oversee the recruitment, hiring, and onboarding of new staff.
- Ensure compliance with government regulations, accreditation standards, and institutional policies.
- Manage campus facilities, ensuring a safe and conducive environment for learning.

**Qualifications**:

- Master’s degree in Education, Educational Leadership, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5-7 years of teaching and/or administrative experience, preferably at the intermediate or middle school level.
- Proven leadership and managerial experience within an educational setting.
- In-depth knowledge of curriculum development, instructional practices, and assessment strategies.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to inspire and lead a diverse team of educators and support staff.

**Skills and Attributes**:

- Visionary leadership with a focus on academic excellence.
- Commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive college culture.
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
- Proficiency in using educational technology and data analysis tools.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with teachers, parents, and the broader community.

**Working Conditions**:

- Full-time position based at the campus.
- Willingness to work extended hours during peak periods, including evenings and weekends for campus-related events.

Pay: ₹30,000.00 - ₹80,000.00 per month

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Morning shift

**Education**:

- Bachelor's (preferred)

**Experience**:

- total work: 5 years (preferred)
- 5S: 5 years (preferred)

**Language**:

- Telugu (preferred)

Willingness to travel:

- 25% (preferred)

Work Location: In person