River Dale School is hiring a Principal — River Dale School in Pune
River Dale SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Principal — River Dale School
- School
- River Dale School
- City
- Pune
- State
- Maharashtra
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹11L – ₹19L per year
- Experience
- 13–18 years
- Posted
- 1 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
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Job description
Overview
River Dale School, a State Board 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: River Dale School, located in S Block, MIDC, Bhosari, Pune, is a private, co-educational English-medium day school affiliated with the Maharashtra State Board. Established as a nurturing space for learning, the school offers classes up to Grade 10 with a student-teacher ratio of 30:1. It operates from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM and follows the academic session from April to March. With a focus on holistic development, modern teaching methods, and values-based education, River Dale School aims to shape confident, responsible, and future-ready students.
Common questions about this role
What does a typical day look like?
Most teachers handle 4–6 instructional periods a day, with the rest going to lesson planning, assessment correction, and a co-curricular duty.
Do I have to work weekends?
Standard week is Monday to Saturday (often half-day Saturday). Occasional event Sundays exist (Annual Day, Sports Day, admissions test days) and are usually compensated with a comp-off.
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.
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.
When does the school want the joining date to be?
Joining dates are usually negotiable around the school calendar. Mid-term joining is common for replacement vacancies; new positions often align to April or the start of the next term.
About River Dale School
River Dale School, located in S Block, MIDC, Bhosari, Pune, is a private, co-educational English-medium day school affiliated with the Maharashtra State Board. Established as a nurturing space for learning, the school offers classes up to Grade 10 with a student-teacher ratio of 30:1. It operates from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM and follows the academic session from April to March. With a focus on holistic development, modern teaching methods, and values-based education, River Dale School aims to shape confident, responsible, and future-ready students.
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