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Key facts
- Role
- Head of School
- School
- Aryan Public School Balsa
- City
- Shimla
- State
- Himachal Pradesh
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Private Unaided (Recognized)
- Employment type
- Contract
- Salary
- ₹9.0L – ₹22.5L per year
- Experience
- 7–9 years
- Posted
- 26 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 24 Aug 2026
Head of School salary in Shimla — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
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- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
Job description
Overview
Join the faculty at Aryan Public School Balsa as a Head of School in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh. The school maintains high academic standards alongside a collaborative, professional staff culture. About Aryan Public School Balsa in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh: a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school. Known locally for steady academic delivery, a stable faculty base, and a balanced mix of academics, sports, and the arts. 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. What you will do:
- Own academic outcomes for the assigned portfolio.
- Coach teachers, especially those in their first few years.
- Drive disciplined execution of the academic and assessment calendar.
- Represent the school in academic forums and audits.
- Work with the Principal on medium-term plans. Candidate requirements:
- Senior educator with a balanced view of academics and operations.
- Proven ability to mentor teachers and improve outcomes over time.
- Strong stakeholder management — board, parents, regulators, vendors.
- Comfortable with data — assessments, attendance, faculty metrics.
- A long-term thinker who can also execute well in the short term. Benefits at a glance:
- Market-aligned salary (₹9.0 LPA – ₹22.5 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. Complete your application through this page with your latest CV and references. The recruitment desk at Aryan Public School Balsa reviews every profile that arrives via the platform.
Common questions about this role
Where exactly is Aryan Public School Balsa located?
The school is in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
Is background verification done before joining?
Standard pre-joining checks cover qualification documents, prior employment, and reference calls. Some larger groups also do criminal-record verification.
Can I negotiate the salary at Aryan Public School Balsa?
Most schools have a defined band per role but the final number is negotiable within it. The strongest levers are recent teaching experience, board expertise, and willingness to take on coordinator/extra-curricular responsibilities.
What is the salary for this Head of School role?
The salary band is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Final offers depend on your years of experience, qualifications and the interview outcome.
How long after the interview until I get an offer letter?
Most schools issue a written offer within 3–7 working days of the final round. If you don't hear back in 10 days, a quick polite follow-up via the "Message employer" button on this Head of School listing is usually welcome.
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Is there a probation period?
Yes — a 3 to 6 month probation is standard in K-12 schools across India. Benefits like PF and gratuity continue to accrue from day one regardless.
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 Shimla.
How do I make a resume for a CBSE Head of School job?
Lead with a two-line headline (role + years of experience), then Education, Certifications (B.Ed, CTET, board-specific PD), Experience with 3-4 bullet outcomes per school (results, class sizes, projects), and one line each for co-curricular, tech tools and languages. Keep to one page and use the free School Jobs India resume builder for a school-style layout.
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.
Requirements & role details
Role details
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- 1
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Key facts about Aryan Public School Balsa
- Type
- Private Unaided (Recognized)
- Grades
- 1-10
- Students
- 122
- Staff
- 14
Aryan Public School Balsa is a private unaided (recognized), located in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, offering 1-10. The campus serves around 122 students with a teaching and support team of about 14. Campus facilities include Toilet, Electricity, Library, Playground, Drinking Water.
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