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Principal

₹10L – ₹11L / yr5–10 yrsCloses 17 Aug
Dehradun, UttarakhandcontractPosted 15d ago
ICSE
Senior Secondary

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Key facts

Role
Principal
School
Doon Cambridge School
City
Dehradun
State
Uttarakhand
Board
ICSE
School type
Senior Secondary
Employment type
Contract
Salary
₹10L – ₹11L per year
Experience
5–10 years
Posted
17 Jun 2026
Closing date
17 Aug 2026

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  • ICSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
  • Established school — running for 30+ years.
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Overview

Join the faculty at Doon Cambridge School as a Principal in Dehradun, Uttarakhand. The school maintains high academic standards alongside a collaborative, professional staff culture. Doon Cambridge School in Dehradun, Uttarakhand functions as a senior secondary institution — a ICSE / CISCE-affiliated school, established 1996,. The leadership team is closely involved in academic planning and faculty support, with a sharp focus on classroom impact. 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. Responsibilities:

  • Lead the assigned section/department on academic and operational matters.
  • Mentor teachers through observation, feedback, and development plans.
  • Oversee assessment cycles, result analysis, and improvement plans.
  • Handle parent escalations professionally and represent the school externally.
  • Drive a culture of academic rigour, discipline, and student wellbeing. 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 (₹10.0 LPA – ₹11.5 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 through this page with your latest CV and references. The recruitment desk at Doon Cambridge School reviews every profile that arrives via the platform.

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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 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.

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.

Is English fluency required?

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

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About the school

Doon Cambridge School

Key facts about Doon Cambridge School

Key facts
Founded
1996
Board
ICSE
Type
Senior Secondary
Student-teacher ratio
10:1
Address
Race Course Rd, Dehradun, Race Course Rd, Dehradun, Dehradun, Uttarakhand, 248015

Doon Cambridge School is a senior secondary affiliated to ICSE, established in 1996, located in Dehradun, Uttarakhand. Classes follow a 10:1 student–teacher ratio.

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