Dean — The Doon School
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Key facts
- Role
- Dean — The Doon School
- School
- The Doon School
- City
- Dehradun
- State
- Uttarakhand
- Board
- ICSE
- School type
- Boarding
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹2.4L – ₹4.2L per year
- Experience
- 1–6 years
- Posted
- 23 May 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Dean — The Doon School
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- ICSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
Job description
Overview
The Doon School is building a strong academic team and is looking for a Dean — The Doon School who can lead learning with care, rigour, and consistency. Curriculum: ICSE. The school has been running for 91+ years. Send your application via this page; the school's hiring lead reviews every submission.
The Doon School, a ICSE school in Dehradun, is hiring a Dean.
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:
- 5-12 years of relevant experience
- Postgraduate degree with B.Ed; proven leadership track record
About the school: India's most renowned boys boarding school.
What you'll handle as a Dean — The Doon School
Support the school's day-to-day operations as outlined by the hiring team during the interview.
Working in an ICSE school
ICSE/ISC schools prize depth of content, structured English-medium delivery and rigorous internal assessment cycles.
Working conditions
This is a boarding school, so the role includes evening/weekend duties on a rotational basis and close engagement with hostel life.
Common questions about this role
Which curriculum does the school follow?
The Doon School follows the ICSE/ISC curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
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.
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
Response times vary, but shortlisted candidates are typically contacted within a week. You'll get a notification on School Jobs India the moment the school updates your application status.
How much experience do I need for this Dean — The Doon 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.
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.
Requirements & role details
The Doon School
Key facts about The Doon School
- Founded
- 1935
- Board
- ICSE
- Type
- Boarding
The Doon School is a boarding affiliated to ICSE, established in 1935, located in Dehradun, Uttarakhand. The school has a student community of about 500-1000.
India's most renowned boys boarding school.
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