The Scholar High School is hiring a Principal — The Scholar High School in Mumbai
The Scholar High SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Principal — The Scholar High School
- School
- The Scholar High School
- City
- Mumbai
- State
- Maharashtra
- Board
- ICSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹18L – ₹26L per year
- Experience
- 18–22 years
- Posted
- 7 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
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Job description
Overview
The Scholar High School (Mumbai, Maharashtra) is inviting applications for a Principal — The Scholar High School. Curriculum: ICSE. The school has been running for 65+ years. Use the Apply button to register your interest — interviews are usually scheduled within 5–7 days.
The Scholar High School, a ICSE school in Mumbai, 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: The Scholar High School is a ICSE Day School in Colaba, Mumbai.
What you'll handle as a Principal — The Scholar High School
Own the school's strategic plan, build and coach the leadership team, manage budgets and infrastructure, and steer culture from assembly to award day.
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 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
Do I have to work weekends?
Standard week is Monday to Saturday (often half-day Saturday). Occasional event Sundays exist (Annual Day, Sports Day, admissions test days) and are usually compensated with a comp-off.
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.
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.
I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Yes. Most schools accept candidates with up to 60 days of notice. Mention your last working day clearly in your application so the school can plan the joining accordingly.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
The Scholar High School follows the ICSE/ISC curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
About The Scholar High School
The Scholar High School is a day school affiliated to ICSE, established in 1961, located in Mumbai, Maharashtra.
The Scholar High School is a ICSE Day School in Colaba, Mumbai.
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