Head of School — Akshara High School Vacancy at Akshara High School, Mumbai
Akshara High SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Head of School — Akshara High School
- School
- Akshara High School
- City
- Mumbai
- State
- Maharashtra
- Board
- ICSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹10L – ₹14L per year
- Experience
- 10–13 years
- Posted
- 16 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Now hiring: Head of School — Akshara High School — Akshara High School, Mumbai, Maharashtra. Shortlisting begins immediately and interviews are being scheduled on a rolling basis. Curriculum: ICSE. The school has been running for 21+ years. Hit Apply to share your CV with the school. Strong applicants are typically contacted within a week.
Akshara High School, a ICSE school in Mumbai, is hiring a Head of School.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead the school's academic and operational vision
- Mentor faculty and coordinators
- Engage with parents and the management committee
- Drive curriculum and student outcomes
Requirements:
- 8-20 years of relevant experience
- Postgraduate degree with B.Ed; proven leadership track record
About the school: Akshara High School is a ICSE Day School in Kandivali West, Mumbai.
What you'll handle as a Head of School — Akshara High School
Contribute to school operations in line with the JD shared at the interview stage.
Working in an ICSE school
Working in an ICSE/ISC setting means deeper unit-wise content, more written work and clear assessment rubrics.
Working conditions
Day-school setup: regular school hours, scheduled events and standard term breaks.
About teaching in Mumbai
Mumbai's school market spans state board, CBSE, ICSE and IB — among the most diverse pay-band spreads in India.
Common questions about this role
When are increments and bonuses given?
Most schools run yearly increments tied to the academic calendar (April cycle). Bonus structure depends on the school — confirm in writing before accepting the offer.
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
Schools usually shortlist within a week or two. Set up a job alert for similar roles so you don't miss the next match if this one doesn't move forward.
Is school transport available for staff?
Many schools offer staff bus service on their main routes, either free or at a nominal fee. Availability depends on whether your home is near a school route — confirm with HR.
Is the salary CTC or in-hand?
Schools quote CTC by default. In-hand depends on PF (12% employee share), professional tax, and your tax slab — ask HR for a sample salary structure before accepting.
How much experience do I need for this Head of School — Akshara High 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.
About Akshara High School
Akshara High School is a day school affiliated to ICSE, established in 2005, located in Mumbai, Maharashtra.
Akshara High School is a ICSE Day School in Kandivali West, Mumbai.
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