St. Xavier's High School is hiring a Head of School — St. Xavier's High School in Mumbai
St. Xavier's High SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Head of School — St. Xavier's High School
- School
- St. Xavier's High School
- City
- Mumbai
- State
- Maharashtra
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹7.1L – ₹11L per year
- Experience
- 8–12 years
- Posted
- 30 May 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
St. Xavier's High School is building a strong academic team and is looking for a Head of School — St. Xavier's High School who can lead learning with care, rigour, and consistency. Curriculum: STATE BOARD. The school has been running for 37+ years. Hit Apply to share your CV with the school. Strong applicants are typically contacted within a week.
St. Xavier's High School, a State Board school in Mumbai, is hiring a Head of School.
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
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What you'll handle as a Head of School — St. Xavier's High School
Contribute to school operations in line with the JD shared at the interview stage.
Working in a STATE BOARD school
This is a state-board school — expect bilingual delivery, state syllabus alignment and locally rooted curriculum context.
Working conditions
This is a day school — standard working hours with weekend off, occasional events and parent-teacher meetings.
About teaching in Mumbai
Mumbai's school market spans state board, CBSE, ICSE and IB — among the most diverse pay-band spreads in India.
Common questions about this role
What is the leave policy?
Teaching staff typically get all school holidays plus 8–15 casual/sick leaves per academic year. Long vacations (summer, winter, Diwali, Holi breaks) follow the published school calendar.
Where exactly is St. Xavier's High School located?
The school is in Mumbai, Maharashtra. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
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.
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.
How much experience do I need for this Head of School — St. Xavier's High School 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.
About St. Xavier's High School
St. Xavier's High School is a day school affiliated to State Board, established in 1989, located in Mumbai, Maharashtra.
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