
SmartBuddies Preschool & Day Care is hiring a Principal — SmartBuddies Preschool & Day Care in Pune
SmartBuddies Preschool & Day CareKey facts
- Role
- Principal — SmartBuddies Preschool & Day Care
- School
- SmartBuddies Preschool & Day Care
- City
- Pune
- State
- Maharashtra
- Board
- No Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹9.2L – ₹14L per year
- Experience
- 10–13 years
- Posted
- 1 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
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Job description
Overview
SmartBuddies Preschool & Day Care, a No 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: SmartBuddies Preschool & Day Care is a thoughtfully designed early childhood learning center dedicated to nurturing young minds with care, creativity, and confidence. Our curriculum blends play-based and activity-driven learning to foster cognitive, emotional, social, and physical development in children aged 1.5 to 6 years. With a safe, hygienic, and stimulating environment, SmartBuddies offers both preschool education and reliable daycare services tailored to the needs of modern families. Our trained and compassionate educators focus on personalized attention, ensuring every child feels valued and encouraged to explore, learn, and grow at their own pace. At SmartBuddies, we aim to build a strong foundation for lifelong learning and holistic growth.
Common questions about this 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.
Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Schools generally require lesson plans aligned to the syllabus and pacing calendar. Coordinators review them weekly or fortnightly.
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.
Is accommodation provided?
Day schools generally don't provide accommodation. The school may help with referrals to nearby PGs or rentals during your relocation.
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.
About SmartBuddies Preschool & Day Care
SmartBuddies Preschool & Day Care is a thoughtfully designed early childhood learning center dedicated to nurturing young minds with care, creativity, and confidence. Our curriculum blends play-based and activity-driven learning to foster cognitive, emotional, social, and physical development in children aged 1.5 to 6 years. With a safe, hygienic, and stimulating environment, SmartBuddies offers both preschool education and reliable daycare services tailored to the needs of modern families. Our trained and compassionate educators focus on personalized attention, ensuring every child feels valued and encouraged to explore, learn, and grow at their own pace. At SmartBuddies, we aim to build a strong foundation for lifelong learning and holistic growth.
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