Head of School — The Montessori School Opening — The Montessori School, Bangalore
The Montessori SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Head of School — The Montessori School
- School
- The Montessori School
- City
- Bangalore
- State
- Karnataka
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹8.6L – ₹13L per year
- Experience
- 10–15 years
- Posted
- 16 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
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Job description
Overview
Day to day, the Head of School — The Montessori School at The Montessori School will plan lessons, run classes, mark work, and partner with parents — supported by an experienced academic team. Curriculum: STATE BOARD. The school has been running for 9+ years. Send your application via this page; the school's hiring lead reviews every submission.
The Montessori School, a State Board school in Bangalore, 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
About the school: The Montessori School is a State Board Day School in JP Nagar, Bangalore.
What you'll handle as a Head of School — The Montessori School
Run a play-based early-years classroom, build school-readiness through routines, songs and stories, and partner closely with parents on milestones.
Working in a STATE BOARD school
Working in a state-board setting means following the state curriculum, term plans and local examination patterns.
Working conditions
Day-school setup: regular school hours, scheduled events and standard term breaks.
About teaching in Bangalore
Bengaluru has India's largest cluster of international schools and a strong demand for IB/Cambridge-trained teachers.
Common questions about this role
Do staff get fee concession for their children?
Many established schools offer 50–100% tuition concession for the children of full-time staff, subject to admission criteria. Confirm specifics in the offer letter.
Is English fluency required?
Bilingual fluency (English + regional language) is typically expected at state-board schools, especially for lower grades. Senior-secondary subject roles lean more English-first.
What qualifications are required for a Head of School — The Montessori School?
Most Head of School — The Montessori School roles require a relevant Bachelor's/Master's in the subject plus a B.Ed (or equivalent teacher-training qualification). Specific board requirements (CTET, IB workshops, IGCSE training) may also apply.
What kind of professional development is offered?
Most schools run weekly/monthly in-house PD sessions on pedagogy and assessment. Funded external workshops (board-specific or subject-specific) are offered to teachers in good standing.
When are increments and bonuses given?
Most schools run yearly increments tied to the academic calendar (April cycle). Bonus structure depends on the school — confirm in writing before accepting the offer.
About The Montessori School
The Montessori School is a day school affiliated to State Board, established in 2017, located in Bangalore, Karnataka.
The Montessori School is a State Board Day School in JP Nagar, Bangalore.
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