Principal — DAV Public School Opening — DAV Public School, Navi Mumbai

DAV Public School
Navi Mumbai, Maharashtrafull-time₹13L – ₹18L / yrCBSE11–13 yrs expPosted 14d ago

Key facts

Role
Principal — DAV Public School
School
DAV Public School
City
Navi Mumbai
State
Maharashtra
Board
CBSE
School type
Day School
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹13L – ₹18L per year
Experience
11–13 years
Posted
6 Jun 2026
Closing date
18 Aug 2026
Day School
Est. 1998

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Job description

Overview

Now hiring: Principal — DAV Public School — DAV Public School, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra. Shortlisting begins immediately and interviews are being scheduled on a rolling basis. The school has been running for 28+ years. Curriculum: CBSE. Hit Apply to share your CV with the school. Strong applicants are typically contacted within a week.

DAV Public School, a CBSE school in Navi Mumbai, is hiring a Principal.

Key responsibilities:

  • Lead the school's academic and operational vision
  • Mentor faculty and coordinators
  • Engage with parents and the management committee
  • Drive curriculum and student outcomes

Requirements:

  • 8-20 years of relevant experience
  • Postgraduate degree with B.Ed; proven leadership track record

About the school: DAV Public School is a CBSE Day School in Nerul, Navi Mumbai.

What you'll handle as a Principal — DAV Public School

Lead the academic vision, hire and mentor faculty, manage parent and board relations, and own school-wide outcomes from admissions to results day.

Working in a CBSE school

This school follows the CBSE framework, so expect continuous and comprehensive assessment, NEP-aligned competency questions, and a strong emphasis on subject enrichment activities.

Working conditions

Day-school setup: regular school hours, scheduled events and standard term breaks.

Common questions about this role

How much experience do I need for this Principal — DAV Public School role?

The required experience is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Schools also consider relevant internships, board-prep training and student-teaching when evaluating early-career candidates.

Is this a remote / work-from-home opportunity?

School roles are on-site by default — classroom teaching and student supervision require physical presence. Online tutoring openings are tagged separately on School Jobs India.

I'm serving notice — should I still apply?

Absolutely — schools regularly hire candidates on notice. Be upfront about your release date so interview scheduling and the offer timeline can be aligned.

Is English fluency required?

Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.

What does a typical day look like?

School days usually run 7.5–8 hours with 5–6 teaching periods, plus prep, lunch and one or two non-teaching duties (homework checks, library, club). Saturdays vary by school.

About DAV Public School

DAV Public School is a day school affiliated to CBSE, established in 1998, located in Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra.

DAV Public School is a CBSE Day School in Nerul, Navi Mumbai.

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Perks

Medical RoomTransportationSmart ClassesRampsWashroomsArt and CraftDanceMusicCafeteria/CanteenLibrary/Reading RoomPlaygroundComputer Lab

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