Wilson College is hiring a Principal — Wilson College in Mumbai
Wilson CollegeKey facts
- Role
- Principal — Wilson College
- School
- Wilson College
- City
- Mumbai
- State
- Maharashtra
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹11L – ₹18L per year
- Experience
- 13–17 years
- Posted
- 11 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
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Job description
Overview
Principal — Wilson College at Wilson College, Mumbai. A focused role for educators ready to step into a structured classroom this academic year. Curriculum: STATE BOARD. Hit Apply to share your CV with the school. Strong applicants are typically contacted within a week.
Wilson College, a State Board 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: Wilson College is a State Board Day School in Girgaon, Mumbai.
What you'll handle as a Principal — Wilson College
Set the academic calendar, drive curriculum standards, chair leadership meetings, and represent the school with parents, regulators and the community.
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
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
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
Schools usually shortlist within a week or two. Set up a job alert for similar roles so you don't miss the next match if this one doesn't move forward.
What's the interview process like for this teaching role?
Most schools have 2–3 rounds: an HR call, a demo lesson, then a leadership interview. Be ready to walk through one of your lesson plans and how you handle classroom management.
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.
Where exactly is Wilson College located?
The school is in Mumbai, Maharashtra. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
Are meals provided at school?
Most schools offer a subsidised staff canteen or a daily mid-morning snack and lunch. Boarding schools typically include all meals for residential staff.
About Wilson College
Wilson College is a day school affiliated to State Board, established in 1832, located in Mumbai, Maharashtra.
Wilson College is a State Board Day School in Girgaon, Mumbai.
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