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Principal

₹7.3L – ₹9.1L / yr6–11 yrsCloses 29 Aug
Pune, Maharashtrafull-timePosted 8d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Principal
School
DAV Public School
City
Pune
State
Maharashtra
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹7.3L – ₹9.1L per year
Experience
6–11 years
Posted
24 Jun 2026
Closing date
29 Aug 2026

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  • 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 do

Job description

Overview

Applications are invited for a Principal at DAV Public School in Pune, Maharashtra. A long-term, full-time engagement aligned with the school's commitment to consistent delivery. About DAV Public School: a senior secondary institution in Pune, Maharashtra — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2003,. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. Role: as Principal, you work closely with the Principal on academic and operational decisions — leading a section/team, driving teacher development, overseeing assessments, and holding the line on standards. 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 at a glance:
  • Market-aligned salary (₹7.3 LPA – ₹9.1 LPA).
  • Structured working hours with adequate planning time.
  • Investment in teacher and staff development across the year.
  • A workplace built on clarity and professional respect.
  • Long-term career growth at a school invested in its people. Submit your application here so DAV Public School can shortlist you alongside the active pool. Strong profiles move to a brief teaching demo and a discussion with the academic head.

Common questions about this role

When are increments and bonuses given?

Most schools run yearly increments tied to the academic calendar (April cycle). Bonus structure depends on the school — confirm in writing before accepting the offer.

How big are the classes?

Class sizes in Indian K-12 schools usually fall in the 25–40 student range. Premium IB/IGCSE schools often cap sections at 22–25.

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.

What's the interview process like for this teaching role?

Typical schools run a screening call → a demo class (15–30 minutes for the relevant grade) → a panel interview with the Principal/HOD. Some boards also ask for a written response or a sample lesson plan.

What kind of professional development is offered?

Most schools run weekly/monthly in-house PD sessions on pedagogy and assessment. Funded external workshops (board-specific or subject-specific) are offered to teachers in good standing.

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Requirements & role details

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About the school

DAV Public School

Key facts about DAV Public School

Key facts
Founded
2003
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
JAYASHREE KHANDEKAR
Affiliation #
1130077
Address
PLOT NO 31 SURVEY NO 157 D P ROAD AUNDH, DISTT PUNE, MAHRASHTRA, Plot No 31 Survey No 157 D P Road Aundh, Pune, Maharashtra, 411007

DAV Public School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2003, located in Pune, Maharashtra.

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