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Key facts
- Role
- Head of School
- School
- Airson English School
- City
- Thane
- State
- Maharashtra
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Contract
- Salary
- ₹8.1L – ₹22L per year
- Experience
- 7–12 years
- Posted
- 19 May 2026
- Closing date
- 16 Jul 2026
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- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
Job description
Overview
Airson English School is recruiting a Head of School in Thane, Maharashtra. The academic framework is built around clear learning goals, regular reviews, and a healthy planning rhythm. About Airson English School: a senior secondary institution in Thane, Maharashtra — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2013,. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. About the role: the Head of School is a senior position blending academic leadership with operational ownership — running reviews, mentoring teachers, handling escalations, and representing the school externally. Responsibilities:
- Lead the assigned section/department on academic and operational matters.
- Mentor teachers through observation, feedback, and development plans.
- Oversee assessment cycles, result analysis, and improvement plans.
- Handle parent escalations professionally and represent the school externally.
- Drive a culture of academic rigour, discipline, and student wellbeing. Ideal candidate — you have:
- 8+ years in school education with leadership exposure.
- Direct experience running a section, department, or full school.
- A point of view on good teaching, good assessments, and good schools.
- Patience to coach and firmness to enforce standards.
- Strong personal organisation across multiple workstreams. Benefits at a glance:
- Market-aligned salary (₹8.1 LPA – ₹22.4 LPA).
- Structured working hours with adequate planning time.
- Investment in teacher and staff development across the year.
- A workplace built on clarity and professional respect.
- Long-term career growth at a school invested in its people. Submit your application online from this page to be considered by Airson English School. Interview slots are scheduled after profile review, typically inside five to seven working days.
Common questions about this role
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Will I get PF and statutory benefits?
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What questions are asked in a Head of School interview?
Typical rounds cover self-introduction, why teaching, classroom-management scenarios, subject/syllabus knowledge, and one differentiation scenario. Scroll to "Interview questions & answers" below for six sample questions with model answers tuned for Head of School roles in Thane.
How do I write an application email for this Head of School role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "Head of School application — Airson English School"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Airson English School and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
How much experience do I need for this Head of School role?
The required experience is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Schools also consider relevant internships, board-prep training and student-teaching when evaluating early-career candidates.
What qualifications are required for a Head of School?
The role expects relevant qualifications and prior experience in a similar setup. Schools generally prefer candidates with verifiable training and references for Head of School positions.
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Role details
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Key facts about Airson English School
- Founded
- 2013
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- Bindu ANil Pillai
- Affiliation #
- 1130719
Airson English School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2013, located in Thane, Maharashtra.
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