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Key facts
- Role
- Head of School
- School
- Shalom International School
- City
- Panchgani
- State
- Maharashtra
- Board
- ICSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹8.8L – ₹21.4L per year
- Experience
- 6–8 years
- Posted
- 7 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 3 Aug 2026
Head of School salary in Panchgani — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
ICSE schools sit close to the CBSE band, with 5-10% variance by chain.
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- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- ICSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
Job description
Overview
An opening for a Head of School in Panchgani, Maharashtra at Shalom International School. The school is expanding its team for the new session and welcomes both experienced and high-potential candidates. Shalom International School in Panchgani, Maharashtra functions as a senior secondary institution — a ICSE / CISCE-affiliated school, established 1996,. The leadership team is closely involved in academic planning and faculty support, with a sharp focus on classroom impact. About the role: the Head of School is a senior position blending academic leadership with operational ownership — running reviews, mentoring teachers, handling escalations, and representing the school externally. Responsibilities:
- Lead the assigned section/department on academic and operational matters.
- Mentor teachers through observation, feedback, and development plans.
- Oversee assessment cycles, result analysis, and improvement plans.
- Handle parent escalations professionally and represent the school externally.
- Drive a culture of academic rigour, discipline, and student wellbeing. Requirements:
- Master's degree with a relevant teaching qualification (B.Ed./M.Ed. preferred).
- Significant classroom experience plus years in coordination/leadership.
- Calm, confident judgement with students, parents, and staff.
- Clear writing for academic plans, reports, and parent communication.
- A track record of building and retaining strong teaching teams. Perks and culture:
- Fair compensation with annual review (₹8.8 LPA – ₹21.4 LPA).
- Stable, full-time engagement with a clear academic calendar.
- Regular PD through internal and external programmes.
- A working culture that takes faculty wellbeing seriously.
- A school that genuinely cares about student outcomes. Hit Apply on this page to put your CV in front of the Shalom International School academic lead. Selected profiles progress to a model class and a conversation with leadership.
Common questions about this role
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 is the salary for this Head of School role?
Refer to the salary range posted on this page. Most schools negotiate within this band based on your last drawn CTC and relevant experience.
What's the interview process like for this role?
Hiring usually takes 2–3 rounds: an initial call, a hands-on assessment, then a final round. Bring photocopies of your qualifications and at least one professional reference.
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 this a fixed-term or open-ended contract?
The employment type is shown in the Key Facts section above. Fixed-term roles usually align to the academic year; permanent roles are open-ended after probation. The final letter will spell out renewal and exit terms.
Do staff get fee concession for their children?
Most reputable schools have a staff-child fee concession policy. Eligibility, percentage and number of children covered vary — ask HR for the written policy.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Shalom International School follows the ICSE/ISC curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
Where exactly is Shalom International School located?
The school is in Panchgani, Maharashtra. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
What is the average Head of School salary in Panchgani?
Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, Head of School pay in Panchgani 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.
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.
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Role details
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- 1
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Key facts about Shalom International School
- Founded
- 1996
- Board
- ICSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 30:1
The School follows the syllabus prescribed by the Indian Council of Secondary Education, New Delhi (ICSE Board) and Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education (S.S.C. & H.S.C Board) and prepares its pupils from Kindergarten to the Secondary School Examination (SSC) X & Higher Secondary Examination. Our Jr. College (H.S.C) XI and XII (Science and Commerce) follows the Syllabus laid down by the Government of Maharashtra. The School is also a member or the Indian Public Schools Conference. Curriculum The general course of studies(I to X) includes: English, Mathematics, Hindi, Marathi, History, Geography, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Computer applications, Commercial Application, Moral Science, Art, G.K., SUPW etc and for XI & XII Science/Commerce includes Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Maths, I.T., English Hindi, French & Gujrati, Eco, A/c & B.K. , S.P., O.C.
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