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Principal

₹13L – ₹26L / yr7–11 yrsCloses 25 Jul 23 days left
Shimla, Himachal Pradeshfull-timePosted 32d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Principal
School
D A V Public School, Duttnagar
City
Shimla
State
Himachal Pradesh
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹13L – ₹26L per year
Experience
7–11 years
Posted
30 May 2026
Closing date
25 Jul 2026

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  • CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
  • Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
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Overview

D A V Public School, Duttnagar in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh is accepting applications for a Principal. You will work with an experienced academic team in a setting that prioritises learning outcomes. D A V Public School, Duttnagar, established 2015, runs as a senior secondary campus in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school believes a strong campus is built on its teachers and works to be a place where faculty want to stay. Details: a high-ownership leadership role. The Principal leads by example in classrooms, faculty meetings, and parent interactions, while keeping the school's long-term direction in view. Core responsibilities:

  • Lead and inspire a high-performing academic team.
  • Maintain standards through reviews, observations, and structured feedback.
  • Drive the assessment, reporting, and parent communication cycle.
  • Manage disciplinary cases, parent escalations, and staff conflicts.
  • Contribute to the school's strategic priorities as part of the leadership group. Qualifications and skills:
  • Master's degree with a recognised teaching/leadership qualification.
  • Track record of leading improvement at section or school level.
  • Hiring, coaching, performance management, and conflict resolution skills.
  • Solid grasp of curriculum, assessment, and parent communication.
  • High professional integrity and a clear communication style. Benefits and culture:
  • Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹13.0 LPA – ₹26.5 LPA).
  • Structured calendar with reasonable workload expectations.
  • Professional development through workshops and internal training.
  • A collaborative staff culture with clear leadership backing.
  • Stable, full-time employment at a settled school. Submit your application here so D A V Public School, Duttnagar can shortlist you alongside the active pool. Strong profiles move to a brief teaching demo and a discussion with the academic head.

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How much experience do I need for this Principal role?

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Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?

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What does a typical day look like?

Most teachers handle 4–6 instructional periods a day, with the rest going to lesson planning, assessment correction, and a co-curricular duty.

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About the school

D A V Public School, Duttnagar

Key facts about D A V Public School, Duttnagar

Key facts
Founded
2015
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
MUKTA CHAUHAN
Affiliation #
630046
Address
DUTTNAGAR, RAMPUR DISTT SHIMLA, HIMACHAL PRADESH-172001, Duttnagar, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, 172001

D A V Public School, Duttnagar is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2015, located in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh.

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