Head of School — Gyan Kendra Educational Institute Vacancy at Gyan Kendra Educational Institute, Mumbai
Gyan Kendra Educational InstituteKey facts
- Role
- Head of School — Gyan Kendra Educational Institute
- School
- Gyan Kendra Educational Institute
- City
- Mumbai
- State
- Maharashtra
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹9.1L – ₹13L per year
- Experience
- 11–15 years
- Posted
- 15 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Day to day, the Head of School — Gyan Kendra Educational Institute at Gyan Kendra Educational Institute will plan lessons, run classes, mark work, and partner with parents — supported by an experienced academic team. The school has been running for 47+ years. Curriculum: STATE BOARD. Send your application via this page; the school's hiring lead reviews every submission.
Gyan Kendra Educational Institute, a State Board school in Mumbai, is hiring a Head of School.
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: Gyan Kendra Educational Institute is a State Board Day School in Andheri West, Mumbai.
What you'll handle as a Head of School — Gyan Kendra Educational Institute
Contribute to school operations in line with the JD shared at the interview stage.
Working in a STATE BOARD school
This is a state-board school — expect bilingual delivery, state syllabus alignment and locally rooted curriculum context.
Working conditions
Day-school setup: regular school hours, scheduled events and standard term breaks.
About teaching in Mumbai
Mumbai's school market spans state board, CBSE, ICSE and IB — among the most diverse pay-band spreads in India.
Common questions about this role
How much experience do I need for this Head of School — Gyan Kendra Educational Institute 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.
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 long does it take to hear back after applying?
Schools usually shortlist within a week or two. Set up a job alert for similar roles so you don't miss the next match if this one doesn't move forward.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Gyan Kendra Educational Institute follows the state-board curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
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.
About Gyan Kendra Educational Institute
Gyan Kendra Educational Institute is a day school affiliated to State Board, established in 1979, located in Mumbai, Maharashtra.
Gyan Kendra Educational Institute is a State Board Day School in Andheri West, Mumbai.
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