Richa Shah

Visionary school leader with 14+ years of progressive experience in building, leading, and transforming educational institutions. Expert in CBSE school setup, academic excellence, and team leadership. Proven track record of scaling institutions from inception to senior secondary level while delivering consistent board results and strong stakeholder satisfaction. Adaptable in creating fun-filled classroom atmosphere conducive to interesting learning environment.

HIGH-SCHOOL PRINCIPAL at P.P. SAVANI CHAITANYA VIDYA SANKUL (2026 – Present)

(A GROUP INSTITUTION OF P.P. SAVANI UNIVERSITY AND P.P. SAVANI HOSPITALS, SURAT)

• Leading the implementation and monitoring of CBSE compliance, statutory norms, and academic governance.
• Driving academic excellence by mentoring teachers and implementing strategic initiatives to improve student learning outcomes and board examination results.
• Establishing robust academic systems, policies, and quality assurance practices to ensure effective school functioning.
• Providing instructional leadership and continuous guidance to teachers for enhancing classroom practices and pedagogical effectiveness.
• Spearheading initiatives for the holistic development of students, encompassing academics, life skills, values, and co-curricular excellence.
• Planning and conducting continuous teacher training, professional development, and capacity-building programmes to foster a culture of lifelong learning.
• Monitoring academic performance through data-driven interventions, classroom observations, and regular feedback mechanisms.
• Collaborating with academic coordinators and department heads to strengthen curriculum delivery, assessments, and overall institutional excellence.

PRINCIPAL at NARAYANA E-TECHNO SCHOOL (2025 – 2026-05)

(AN INITIATIVE OF NARAYANA EDUCATION SOCIETY, HYDERABAD)

• Leading greenfield school project and expansion strategy in Gujarat
• Driving marketing, recruitment, onboarding, and continuous teacher development
• Implementing academic excellence frameworks across classrooms
• Aligning operations with organizational vision and standards
• Continuous Training & Development

PRINCIPAL at R.S JHUNJHUNWALA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL (2016 – 2024)

(AN INTIATIVE OF KRISHNA FOUNDATION, MUMBAI)

• Led institution from inception to Senior Secondary (Science & Commerce)
• Managed operations, academics, and stakeholder relationships
• Achieved excellent board results and strong parent satisfaction
• Directed curriculum planning, execution, and innovation
• Handled CBSE inspections, affiliation, and compliance
• Handled duties as Venue Director BY COE, CBSE Observers in practical & written exams of SSCE, CTET etc.

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR at LAXMI VIDYAPEETH (2011 – 2016)

• Delivered management education to Undergraduate & Post graduate students
• Mentored students and contributed to research publications

Ph.D. in Management – Uka Tarsadia University

Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) – AICTE, Delhi

B.Ed. – SNDT University, Mumbai

Master in Arts in English Literature – Ujjain

B.Com – Ujjain

Senior Secondary Education – Kendriya Vidyalaya (CBSE), Neemuch, M.P.