Vice Principal
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Key facts
- Role
- Vice Principal
- School
- S.M.Shetty High School And Junior College
- City
- Mumbai
- State
- Maharashtra
- Board
- ICSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹11.2L – ₹24.9L per year
- Experience
- 5–7 years
- Posted
- 24 May 2026
- Closing date
- 8 Jul 20264 days left
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ICSE schools sit close to the CBSE band, with 5-10% variance by chain.
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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
S.M.Shetty High School And Junior College in Mumbai, Maharashtra is on the lookout for a Vice Principal. The school values educators who care about classroom culture as much as curriculum delivery. S.M.Shetty High School And Junior College, established 2008, is a senior secondary school in Mumbai, Maharashtra — a ICSE / CISCE-affiliated school. The working culture is collaborative, professional, and grounded in student-centred decisions. What the role looks like: the Vice Principal 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. 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. Benefits and culture:
- Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹11.2 LPA – ₹24.9 LPA).
- Structured calendar with reasonable workload expectations.
- Professional development through workshops and internal training.
- A collaborative staff culture with clear leadership backing.
- Stable, full-time employment at a settled school. Submit your application here so S.M.Shetty High School And Junior College can shortlist you alongside the active pool. Strong profiles move to a brief teaching demo and a discussion with the academic head.
Common questions about this role
Will I get PF and statutory benefits?
Yes — established schools provide EPF (Provident Fund) and gratuity (after 5 years), and most also provide ESI for staff under the wage threshold. Specifics are spelled out in the offer letter.
How will I know if my application is being reviewed?
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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.
What is the average Vice Principal salary in Mumbai?
Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, Vice Principal pay in Mumbai varies with years of experience (each 3-year block adds roughly 15-25%), board (IB > CBSE > state), and school size — the linked full pay report breaks these out further.
How much experience do I need for this Vice Principal role?
Refer to the experience range posted on this page. If you're close to the minimum, apply with a strong demo lesson plan or portfolio — many schools flex by ±1 year for the right candidate.
Is there a probation period?
Most schools run a 3–6 month probation with the same salary as confirmation. Confirmation is typically subject to satisfactory performance reviews and document verification.
What questions are asked in a Vice Principal interview?
Panels usually ask about your teaching philosophy, a demo lesson walkthrough, how you handle discipline and parents, and syllabus familiarity. See the "Interview questions & answers" section on this page for six of the most common ones and how to answer them.
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.
How do I make a resume for a ICSE Vice Principal job?
A ICSE-focused resume works best when it starts with a role-anchored headline, highlights B.Ed/CTET/PD upfront, and lists measurable outcomes (result percentages, project launches, retention) under each school. Skip generic corporate objectives. The School Jobs India resume builder has a ready template you can fill in and download.
Is background verification done before joining?
Yes — most schools run document and reference verification, and many use third-party background checks. Keep your last 2–3 employer references and original certificates ready.
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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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