Principal — Horizon Discovery Academy Opening — Horizon Discovery Academy, Pune
Horizon Discovery AcademyKey facts
- Role
- Principal — Horizon Discovery Academy
- School
- Horizon Discovery Academy
- City
- Pune
- State
- Maharashtra
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Day Cum Boarding
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹18L – ₹26L per year
- Experience
- 18–22 years
- Posted
- 7 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
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Job description
Overview
Horizon Discovery Academy, a CBSE school in Pune, 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: Horizon Discovery Academy fosters a love for learning by integrating creativity, critical thinking, and technology in its academic programs. The school aims to nurture curious, confident, and compassionate learners who are ready to meet the challenges of tomorrow.
Common questions about this role
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 B.Ed mandatory for this role?
For most K-12 teaching positions in India a B.Ed (or NIOS D.El.Ed for primary) is preferred and often required by board affiliations. Some pre-primary and special-skill roles accept relevant certification in lieu.
What is the leave policy?
Schools usually offer 10–18 leaves per year on top of public/school holidays. Earned-leave encashment policies vary — check the offer letter.
How much experience do I need for this Principal — Horizon Discovery Academy 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 the salary CTC or in-hand?
Schools quote CTC by default. In-hand depends on PF (12% employee share), professional tax, and your tax slab — ask HR for a sample salary structure before accepting.
About Horizon Discovery Academy
Horizon Discovery Academy fosters a love for learning by integrating creativity, critical thinking, and technology in its academic programs. The school aims to nurture curious, confident, and compassionate learners who are ready to meet the challenges of tomorrow.
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