Head of School
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Key facts
- Role
- Head of School
- School
- S.M.Shetty High School And Junior College
- City
- Mumbai
- State
- Maharashtra
- Board
- ICSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹9.6L – ₹22.4L per year
- Experience
- 5–8 years
- Posted
- 19 May 2026
- Closing date
- 8 Jul 20264 days left
Head of School salary in Mumbai — snapshot
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- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- ICSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Established school — running for 18+ years.
Job description
Overview
Immediate opening: Head of School at S.M.Shetty High School And Junior College in Mumbai, Maharashtra. Open to both seasoned practitioners and early-career candidates with strong potential. S.M.Shetty High School And Junior College in Mumbai, Maharashtra operates as a senior secondary school, established 2008, — a ICSE / CISCE-affiliated school. A settled, professional environment with clear academic systems, structured staff meetings, and steady infrastructure investment. What the role looks like: the Head of School owns outcomes for the assigned section/portfolio — academic quality, faculty development, parent engagement, and student wellbeing — and contributes to the school's strategic plans. Day to day, you will:
- Run faculty meetings, academic reviews, and section-level planning.
- Observe classes, give actionable feedback, follow up on teacher development.
- Approve calendars, assessment papers, and major parent communication.
- Engage with leadership on hiring, budgets, and infrastructure needs.
- Spend time on the floor — corridors, classrooms, labs — to read the school accurately. Candidate requirements:
- Senior educator with a balanced view of academics and operations.
- Proven ability to mentor teachers and improve outcomes over time.
- Strong stakeholder management — board, parents, regulators, vendors.
- Comfortable with data — assessments, attendance, faculty metrics.
- A long-term thinker who can also execute well in the short term. Benefits at a glance:
- Market-aligned salary (₹9.6 LPA – ₹22.4 LPA).
- Structured working hours with adequate planning time.
- Investment in teacher and staff development across the year.
- A workplace built on clarity and professional respect.
- Long-term career growth at a school invested in its people. Apply through the platform using the button above; your profile lands with S.M.Shetty High School And Junior College instantly. Candidates who meet the brief are invited for interviews within the week.
Common questions about this role
Where exactly is S.M.Shetty High School And Junior College located?
The school is in Mumbai, Maharashtra. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
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.
Is accommodation provided?
Day schools generally don't provide accommodation. The school may help with referrals to nearby PGs or rentals during your relocation.
How long after the interview until I get an offer letter?
Typically 3–7 working days after the final interview, once reference checks and internal approvals are done. Verbal confirmations sometimes come sooner — always wait for the written offer before resigning your current role.
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.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
S.M.Shetty High School And Junior College follows the ICSE/ISC curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
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.
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.
Can I negotiate the salary at S.M.Shetty High School And Junior College?
Yes — the band shown is a starting point. Schools consider your last-drawn CTC, teaching experience, board expertise (ICSE/ISC) and any specialist skills. Come prepared with a specific number and a 1-line justification.
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.
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Key facts about S.M.Shetty High School And Junior College
- Founded
- 2008
- Board
- ICSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 12:1
S.M.Shetty High School And Junior College is a senior secondary affiliated to ICSE, established in 2008, located in Mumbai, Maharashtra. Classes follow a 12:1 student–teacher ratio.
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