Vice Principal
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Key facts
- Role
- Vice Principal
- School
- D A V Public School, Phase Ii Sector
- City
- Shimla
- State
- Himachal Pradesh
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹9.4L – ₹24L per year
- Experience
- 5–7 years
- Posted
- 22 May 2026
- Closing date
- 7 Jul 2026
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Vice Principal
at D A V Public School, Phase Ii Sector
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Why apply
- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
Job description
Overview
D A V Public School, Phase Ii Sector in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh is hiring a Vice Principal. The school is known for its disciplined academic culture and consistent investment in faculty wellbeing. School profile: D A V Public School, Phase Ii Sector in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh — a senior secondary setup, established 1984, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Recognised for structured academic planning, regular parent engagement, and a deliberate culture of student mentorship. About the role: the Vice Principal is a senior position blending academic leadership with operational ownership — running reviews, mentoring teachers, handling escalations, and representing the school externally. 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 (₹9.4 LPA – ₹24.0 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 online from this page to be considered by D A V Public School, Phase Ii Sector. Interview slots are scheduled after profile review, typically inside five to seven working days.
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Do staff get fee concession for their children?
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What non-teaching duties are expected?
Beyond teaching periods you'll typically own a homeroom, run one club/activity, support exam logistics, and contribute to one school-wide initiative each term.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
D A V Public School, Phase Ii Sector
Key facts about D A V Public School, Phase Ii Sector
- Founded
- 1984
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- RAKESH K CHANDEL
- Affiliation #
- 630034
D A V Public School, Phase Ii Sector is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1984, located in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh.
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