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Vice Principal

₹7.1L – ₹22L / yr5–7 yrsCloses 27 Aug
Shimla, Himachal Pradeshfull-timePosted 7d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Vice Principal
School
DAV Centenary Public School, Distt Kotkhai
City
Shimla
State
Himachal Pradesh
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹7.1L – ₹22L per year
Experience
5–7 years
Posted
25 Jun 2026
Closing date
27 Aug 2026

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Vice Principal

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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

DAV Centenary Public School, Distt Kotkhai 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: DAV Centenary Public School, Distt Kotkhai in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh — a senior secondary setup, established 1986, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Recognised for structured academic planning, regular parent engagement, and a deliberate culture of student mentorship. Position: as Vice Principal, you are part of the school's leadership group. The role demands strong judgement, calm execution, and a clear point of view on what good schooling looks like. 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 (₹7.1 LPA – ₹21.7 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. Complete your application via the button on this listing so DAV Centenary Public School, Distt Kotkhai receives your details directly. Matching profiles are shortlisted promptly and contacted by the academic office.

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About the school

DAV Centenary Public School, Distt Kotkhai

Key facts about DAV Centenary Public School, Distt Kotkhai

Key facts
Founded
1986
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
SANJEEV KUMAR SHARMA
Affiliation #
630076
Address
DISTT KOTKHAI SHIMLA HIMACHAL PRADESH, Distt Kotkhai, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, 171002

DAV Centenary Public School, Distt Kotkhai is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1986, located in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh.

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