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Key facts
- Role
- Principal
- School
- Pinewoods International High School & Junior College
- City
- Panchgani
- State
- maharashtra-boarding-schools panchgani
- Board
- ICSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹8.0L – ₹9.9L per year
- Experience
- 5–7 years
- Posted
- 28 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 28 Aug 2026
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- ICSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
Job description
Overview
Pinewoods International High School & Junior College in Panchgani, maharashtra-boarding-schools panchgani is hiring a Principal. The school is known for its disciplined academic culture and consistent investment in faculty wellbeing. Pinewoods International High School & Junior College in Panchgani, maharashtra-boarding-schools panchgani operates as a senior secondary school, established 1986, — a ICSE / CISCE-affiliated school. A settled, professional environment with clear academic systems, structured staff meetings, and steady infrastructure investment. Position: as Principal, you are part of the school's leadership group. The role demands strong judgement, calm execution, and a clear point of view on what good schooling looks like. What you will do:
- Own academic outcomes for the assigned portfolio.
- Coach teachers, especially those in their first few years.
- Drive disciplined execution of the academic and assessment calendar.
- Represent the school in academic forums and audits.
- Work with the Principal on medium-term plans. 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. What we offer:
- Competitive, on-time salary (₹8.0 LPA – ₹9.9 LPA).
- Defined working hours aligned with the school timetable.
- Investment in your growth — training, mentorship, peer learning.
- A respectful work environment focused on outcomes.
- Access to school resources, libraries, labs, and digital tools. Apply through the platform using the button above; your profile lands with Pinewoods International High School & Junior College instantly. Candidates who meet the brief are invited for interviews within the week.
Common questions about this role
Is the salary CTC or in-hand?
Most Indian schools quote annual CTC. In-hand is typically 85–90% of CTC after PF, professional tax and (where applicable) income tax — exact deductions are confirmed at offer stage.
Is school transport available for staff?
Staff transport varies. Larger schools with their own fleet usually allow staff onboarding on existing routes; smaller schools may not run dedicated routes.
What's the interview process like for this teaching role?
Most schools have 2–3 rounds: an HR call, a demo lesson, then a leadership interview. Be ready to walk through one of your lesson plans and how you handle classroom management.
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
Most schools review applications within 5–10 working days. If you don't hear back in two weeks, the role has usually been filled or paused — keep applying to similar openings in the meantime.
What non-teaching duties are expected?
Common non-teaching duties include exam invigilation, homework correction, parent-teacher meetings, one co-curricular activity, and being a homeroom/tutor-group mentor.
How do I write an application email for this Principal role?
Use a clear subject line with role and your name, open with which vacancy you're applying to, then a 4-5 line summary of qualifications, teaching experience and notice period. Close with availability for a demo lesson and interview. Attach a one-page PDF resume — long text bodies get skimmed.
What arrangements are there for women teachers' commute and safety?
Staff transport with defined pickup points, a women-first evening drop policy, CCTV coverage in corridors and staff areas, and an active Internal Complaints Committee are the norm at most established Indian schools. Ask HR for the specific route serving your locality.
When are increments and bonuses given?
Annual increments are usually announced in March/April, alongside the new academic year. Performance-linked bonuses vary by school — some pay a one-month festive bonus, others none.
I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Yes. Most schools accept candidates with up to 60 days of notice. Mention your last working day clearly in your application so the school can plan the joining accordingly.
Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?
Yes, for board-affiliated school teaching roles a B.Ed is generally required. Exceptions exist for very experienced subject experts and for play-school/early-years specialists.
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Key facts about Pinewoods International High School & Junior College
- Founded
- 1986
- Board
- ICSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 10:1
Pinewoods International High School & Junior College is co-educational residential institution run by Mahatma Laxmanji Arya Educational Public Charitable Trust in Panchgani. Here in pinewoods, the institution clean, happy and safe atmosphere together with the benefits of modern facilities and educational technology with in traditional Indian cultural and moral framework. The institution ethos is formal and disciplined approach to both academic and leisure activities. Development of mind, strong character, will-power and personality are not achieved by chance but are brought about by policy designed to achieve them. Similarly, knowledge, skill and moral attitudes are acquired through curriculum decided by institution
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