Experienced educational leader with 25+ years in school administration, specializing in curriculum implementation and school management. Proven track record in guiding schools to academic excellence and fostering student development. Strong leadership in CBSE, CISCE, and CAIE educational frameworks with a commitment to quality assurance and staff development.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Principal
Meru International School
Hyderabad
12.2023 - Current
Overall functioning of the school.
Affiliation of the school to the CBSE board and upgradation from lower secondary to AS and A levels of CAIE.
Liaisoning with state government departments and legal counsel for compliance.
Implementation of CAIE and CBSE curricula as per board norms.
Additional responsibility of Curriculum Head for the group of schools.
Initiated innovative after-school student programs to improve academic and sports achievements.
Quality assurance and guidance in both academic and non-academic departments, by way of audits.
Timely resolution of parent concerns for better student retention.
Directed school-wide events and parent engagement activities to boost community involvement and student retention.
Oversaw comprehensive safety standards and compliance, ensuring a secure learning environment.
Staff recruitment and retention.
Implementation of staff engagement activities and policies for better staff retention.
Principal
VIBGYOR Group of Schools
Bengaluru
09.2019 - 10.2023
Implementation of CAIE, CISCE and CBSE curriculum
Supervise overall functioning of the school
Budgeting resources
Lesson implementation as per set norms.
Quality assurance and guidance in both academic and non-academic departments.
Rapport with parents and officials of the education department.
Initiate and implement programs for student achievement in academics and sports
Creating a disciplined and bullying-free environment conducive to student learning and holistic development.
Analysing student performance data to set educational goals and standards.
Staff recruitment and retention.
Identifying potential next level leadership and training.
Maintaining safety standards for students, staff and parents
Execution of policies and procedures laid down by the head office
Achievements include
National toppers in CISCE board exams 2022, 2023
World topper in IGCSE(Mathematics)
Introduction of AS and A Level
National topper in AS level(IT)
Introduction of integrated CBSE program for national level high stake entrance examinations
Selections of students for CISCE national level sports.
Principal
Banyan International School- Managed by Pearson Schools
Jammu
06.2015 - 08.2019
Monitoring the overall functioning of the school.
Implementation of Pearson curriculum
Assessment of teaching methodology
Monitor student achievement
Maintaining effective parent- school interaction
Implementation of Health, Safety and Safeguarding standards for all staff and students
Implementation of School Development Plan
Budgeting and Execution of operations, ensuring profitability.
Recruitment and Training of staff.
Evaluation of Human Resource employed.
Reporting to School Management committee.
Achievements include
School Ranked No 1 in Jammu and Kashmir in 'Innovative Practices and Sports Education in 2018, 2019 by Brainfeed Magazine
School Ranked No 1- Value for Money, in Jammu and Kashmir by Education Today Magazine
School Ranked No 2 in Jammu by digitalLearning magazine in 2016
Awarded the 'Pearson Service Award' in 2017
The school was awarded the 'Pearson Health, Safety and Safeguarding Award - 2017'
The School was rated 'Green' with a perfect score of 100/100 by Pearson Global team in the Health and Safety Audit of school
Awarded 'Bright Spot Award' by Pearson
Appreciated by Pearson Global team in the Safeguarding Audit conducted in School
Principal
Army Public School Kaluchak
Jammu
11.2007 - 05.2015
Administrative and academic functioning of the school
Implementation of AWES standardized curriculum
Assessment and continuous improvement in teaching practices.
Monitor student achievement
Maintaining effective parent-school interaction
Budgeting and Execution
Recruitment and Training of Human Resources employed
Reporting to the School Management Committee
Implementation of special programmes
Achievements included
Ensured 100% results in both grade 10 and 12 every year
Awarded the AWES Trophy for Academic excellence in 2008
The school stood first in the cluster (Jammu region) of Army Public schools in all 7 years
Commendation by GOC-in-C Indian Army on Republic Day- 2011 in recognition of exemplary devotion to duty, dedication and hard work
Awarded by School Management Committee in 2015 for exemplary performance.
Vice Principal
J K Public School
Jammu
09.2007 - 11.2007
Recruitment and training of staff
Overall academic supervision
Planning and execution of co-curricular activities
Examination management
Post Graduate Teacher (PGT)
Army Public School Kaluchak
Jammu
04.2003 - 08.2007
Teaching Physics to students of grade 11 and 12
Examination and Time table in Charge for school.
Managing CBSE related documentation for grade 12
Improvement in academic results by way of implementing innovative practices in classroom.
Deputy Superintendent for conduct of exams for IIT-JEE, AIIMS, AFMC, NEET
Awarded by GOC -26 Infantry Division in 2007 for outstanding contribution to education in APS Kaluchak
Post Graduate Teacher (PGT)
Army Public School Udhampur
Udhampur
08.2000 - 03.2003
Post Graduate Teacher-Physics at APS Udhampur
Facilitating learning of Physics to students of grade 11 and 12
House in charge (2001)
Examination in Charge (2002-2003)
Served as hostel warden from 2001-2003
Achievements included
Consistent excellent performance of students in board exams.
Commendation by Chairman School Management Committee for Academic Excellence (2001)
Commendation by Chairman School Management Committee for 100 % Result in CBSE examinations (2002)
Guest Faculty
Fatima Mata National College
Kollam
06.1999 - 08.2000
Teaching mechanics and electronics to students of intermediate levels.
Mechanics to Graduate (B.Sc)students
Solid state Physics to Post Graduate students
Practical classes in electronics for Post Graduate students
Education
Kerala University - Subject- Physics
Master of Science- Physics
Kerala University - Subject- Physics
Bachalor of Science
Kendriya Vidyalaya - Subject-Science
Senior Secondary School
Ooty, Tamil Nadu
riya Vidyalaya Aruvankadu -
Secondary School
Ooty, Tamil Nadu
Kerala University -
Bachelor of Education
Indira Gandhi National Open University -
PG Diploma in School Leadership And Management
Skills
Educational Administration
Effective verbal and written Communication
Curriculum Development
Analytical Skills- Ability to make recommendations based on information gathered
Recruitment, training, and Team Building
P and L management
Knowledge of CBSE, CISCE, and CAIE policies and regulations
Focus on outcomes and the ability to stand up to committed deliverables
Project Management
Time management skills
Presentation skills
Knowledge of statutory compliance
Certificates and training
Faculty Development Programme in Physics at APS Udhampur-2001
Workshop in Physics at APS Samba conducted by AWES-2003.
Faculty Development Programme-Evaluation techniques and Performance Analysis by AWES
'Training of Resource Person in Physics in Higher Secondary Stage' by NCERT.
Faculty Development Programme at APS Udhampur-2005.
'APS Principal Workshop' at Faculty Development and Research Centre, AWES.
Capacity Building Workshop by CBSE on Classroom Management.
Pearson Workshop on 'Collaborative Learning'.
Pearson workshop on 'Stress Management'.
Capacity Building Program by CBSE- Theory of Knowledge.
Personal Information
Father's Name: Mr. K R Pillai
Date of Birth: 08/09/75
Gender: Male
Nationality: India
Marital Status: Married
Timeline
Principal
Meru International School
12.2023 - Current
Principal
VIBGYOR Group of Schools
09.2019 - 10.2023
Principal
Banyan International School- Managed by Pearson Schools