Personal Assistant to Principal — Mahindra Academy Vacancy at Mahindra Academy, Mumbai

Mahindra Academy
Mumbai, Maharashtrafull-time₹2.5L – ₹5.0L / yrState Board2–6 yrs expPosted 2d ago

Key facts

Role
Personal Assistant to Principal — Mahindra Academy
School
Mahindra Academy
City
Mumbai
State
Maharashtra
Board
State Board
School type
Day School
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹2.5L – ₹5.0L per year
Experience
2–6 years
Posted
19 Jun 2026
Closing date
18 Aug 2026
Day School
Est. 1970

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Job description

Overview

Mumbai, Maharashtra — a fresh opening for a Personal Assistant to Principal — Mahindra Academy at Mahindra Academy. The school has been running for 56+ years. Curriculum: STATE BOARD. Send your application via this page; the school's hiring lead reviews every submission.

Mahindra Academy, a State Board school in Mumbai, is hiring a Personal Assistant to 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:

  • 2-6 years of relevant experience
  • Postgraduate degree with B.Ed; proven leadership track record

About the school: Mahindra Academy is a State Board Day School in Malad East, Mumbai.

What you'll handle as a Personal Assistant to Principal — Mahindra Academy

Lead the academic vision, hire and mentor faculty, manage parent and board relations, and own school-wide outcomes from admissions to results day.

Working in a STATE BOARD school

Working in a state-board setting means following the state curriculum, term plans and local examination patterns.

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 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 background verification done before joining?

Standard pre-joining checks cover qualification documents, prior employment, and reference calls. Some larger groups also do criminal-record verification.

Is this a contract or permanent role?

This is listed as a full time role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.

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.

Do I have to work weekends?

Most day schools follow a 6-day or 5.5-day week with Sundays off. Occasional Saturdays may go to events, parent meetings, or PD sessions.

About Mahindra Academy

Mahindra Academy is a day school affiliated to State Board, established in 1970, located in Mumbai, Maharashtra.

Mahindra Academy is a State Board Day School in Malad East, Mumbai.

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