Principal — The Pioneer school Vacancy at The Pioneer school, Pune
The Pioneer schoolKey facts
- Role
- Principal — The Pioneer school
- School
- The Pioneer school
- City
- Pune
- State
- Maharashtra
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹11L – ₹18L per year
- Experience
- 10–13 years
- Posted
- 5 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
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Job description
Overview
Now hiring: Principal — The Pioneer school — The Pioneer school, Pune, Maharashtra. Shortlisting begins immediately and interviews are being scheduled on a rolling basis. Curriculum: CBSE. Apply directly through this listing — your profile is shared with the school as soon as you submit.
The Pioneer school, a CBSE 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: Pioneer Public School is a trusted name in quality education, following the CBSE curriculum. Offering schooling from Nursery to Class X, we focus on the holistic development of young minds.
What you'll handle as a Principal — The Pioneer school
Set the academic calendar, drive curriculum standards, chair leadership meetings, and represent the school with parents, regulators and the community.
Working in a CBSE school
As a CBSE-affiliated school, the calendar is structured around term-wise assessments, project work and board-format mocks for senior grades.
Working conditions
Day-school setup: regular school hours, scheduled events and standard term breaks.
About teaching in Pune
Pune has a healthy mix of CBSE, ICSE and IB schools, with strong demand around the academic-year onboarding cycle.
Common questions about this role
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.
What is the leave policy?
Schools usually offer 10–18 leaves per year on top of public/school holidays. Earned-leave encashment policies vary — check the offer letter.
How do I apply for this Principal — The Pioneer school vacancy?
Use the "Apply" button on this page to submit your application directly through School Jobs India. A free candidate account is required so the school can reach you.
What's the interview process like for this teaching role?
Typical schools run a screening call → a demo class (15–30 minutes for the relevant grade) → a panel interview with the Principal/HOD. Some boards also ask for a written response or a sample lesson plan.
Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Most schools expect weekly lesson plans submitted to the coordinator/HOD, plus unit plans at the start of each term. Templates are usually provided.
About The Pioneer school
The Pioneer school is a day school affiliated to CBSE, located in Pune, Maharashtra.
Pioneer Public School is a trusted name in quality education, following the CBSE curriculum. Offering schooling from Nursery to Class X, we focus on the holistic development of young minds.
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