Head of School — Holy Cross High School Opening — Holy Cross High School, Mumbai

Holy Cross High School
Mumbai, Maharashtrafull-time₹6.6L – ₹11L / yrState Board7–12 yrs expPosted 7d ago

Key facts

Role
Head of School — Holy Cross High School
School
Holy Cross High School
City
Mumbai
State
Maharashtra
Board
State Board
School type
Day School
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹6.6L – ₹11L per year
Experience
7–12 years
Posted
13 Jun 2026
Closing date
18 Aug 2026
Day School
Est. 1901

Job description

Overview

Holy Cross High School, 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: Holy Cross High School (affiliated to Archdiocesan Board of Education) is a Private, Aided, Minority School. It is a coeducational school. The school was established in the year 1901. The school celebrated its centenary year in 2001 with a grand celebration. Thousands of students have passed through Holy Cross High School Kurla and excelled in all walks of life. The school is run by the Catholic parish of Holy Cross Church, Kurla and teaches in English and Marathi. Its primary school (standards 1st to 4th) is privately run while the secondary section (5th to 10th standard) is government-aided. The School has a total strength of approximate 6000 students from the KG, Primary and Secondary section. The number of children in the KG section is around 1000. The Primary has over 2000 students and the secondary section has over 3000 students.

Common questions about this role

Is there a probation period?

Yes — a 3 to 6 month probation is standard in K-12 schools across India. Benefits like PF and gratuity continue to accrue from day one regardless.

Where exactly is Holy Cross High School located?

The school is in Mumbai, Maharashtra. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.

Which curriculum does the school follow?

Holy Cross High School follows the state-board curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.

What qualifications are required for a Head of School — Holy Cross High School?

The role expects relevant qualifications and prior experience in a similar setup. Schools generally prefer candidates with verifiable training and references for Head of School — Holy Cross High School positions.

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 Holy Cross High School

Holy Cross High School (affiliated to Archdiocesan Board of Education) is a Private, Aided, Minority School. It is a coeducational school. The school was established in the year 1901. The school celebrated its centenary year in 2001 with a grand celebration. Thousands of students have passed through Holy Cross High School Kurla and excelled in all walks of life. The school is run by the Catholic parish of Holy Cross Church, Kurla and teaches in English and Marathi. Its primary school (standards 1st to 4th) is privately run while the secondary section (5th to 10th standard) is government-aided. The School has a total strength of approximate 6000 students from the KG, Primary and Secondary section. The number of children in the KG section is around 1000. The Primary has over 2000 students and the secondary section has over 3000 students.

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