Principal — American School of Bombay Opening — American School of Bombay, Mumbai
American School of BombayKey facts
- Role
- Principal — American School of Bombay
- School
- American School of Bombay
- City
- Mumbai
- State
- Maharashtra
- Board
- IB Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹25L – ₹38L per year
- Experience
- 17–22 years
- Posted
- 8 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
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Job description
Overview
Day to day, the Principal — American School of Bombay at American School of Bombay will plan lessons, run classes, mark work, and partner with parents — supported by an experienced academic team. The school has been running for 28+ years. Curriculum: IB BOARD. Hit Apply to share your CV with the school. Strong applicants are typically contacted within a week.
American School of Bombay, a IB Board school in Mumbai, is hiring a Principal.
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
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What you'll handle as a Principal — American School of Bombay
Lead the academic vision, hire and mentor faculty, manage parent and board relations, and own school-wide outcomes from admissions to results day.
Working in an IB BOARD school
IB classrooms run on PYP/MYP/DP frameworks: expect concept-driven units, student agency and structured reflection.
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 does the school want the joining date to be?
Most school roles aim for a joining around the start of the next academic month or term. Once shortlisted, the school will agree a realistic date based on your notice period.
How much experience do I need for this Principal — American School of Bombay 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 does a typical day look like?
School days usually run 7.5–8 hours with 5–6 teaching periods, plus prep, lunch and one or two non-teaching duties (homework checks, library, club). Saturdays vary by school.
Is accommodation provided?
Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.
Where exactly is American School of Bombay located?
The school is in Mumbai, Maharashtra. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
About American School of Bombay
American School of Bombay is a day school affiliated to IB Board, established in 1998, located in Mumbai, Maharashtra.
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