Principal

Darshan Academy, Pune· Est. 2011 · CBSE · Pune
₹7.3L – ₹19.3LCBSEfull-timeOn-site7–10 yrs1 openingsCloses 29 Sep
● posted 20 Jun

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.

What you'll handle

·Chair leadership-team meetings and own the school's KPIs.
·Lead parent communication — newsletters, escalations and the annual address.
·Set the school's annual academic and operational plan.
·Hire, coach and (where needed) exit faculty to maintain the standard.
·Approve and monitor the annual budget.

Requirements

Role details

Vacancies
1

Working in a CBSE school

CBSE schools value teachers comfortable with conceptual lesson design, art-integrated learning and NEP 2020-aligned pedagogy.

Career path

Explore adjacent roles teachers move to next in Pune.

  1. Coordinator
  2. Academic Coordinator
  3. Vice Principal
  4. Principal

Salary & benefits

₹7.3L – ₹19.3L / yr

Pay benchmark — Principal in Pune

₹7.3L / yr
ENTRY / LOW
₹7.3L – ₹19.3L / yr
TYPICAL
₹19.3L / yr
SENIOR / HIGH
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.

Full job description

Overview

Applications are invited for a Principal at Darshan Academy, Pune in Pune, Maharashtra. A long-term, full-time engagement aligned with the school's commitment to consistent delivery. Darshan Academy, Pune in Pune, Maharashtra is a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2011,. The school pairs a traditional academic core with modern classroom practices and consistent investment in faculty enablement. 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. 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. Ideal candidate — you have:
  • 8+ years in school education with leadership exposure.
  • Direct experience running a section, department, or full school.
  • A point of view on good teaching, good assessments, and good schools.
  • Patience to coach and firmness to enforce standards.
  • Strong personal organisation across multiple workstreams. Benefits and culture:
  • Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹7.3 LPA – ₹19.3 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. Apply now using this listing, and your CV reaches the Darshan Academy, Pune hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.
Darshan Academy, Pune
CBSE · Senior Secondary Level · Pune · Est. 2011
2011
FOUNDED
CBSE
BOARD
Senior Secondary Level
LEVEL
English
MEDIUM
VINITA SETH
PRINCIPAL
1130644
AFFILIATION
Pune, Maharashtra
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