Principal — Woodstock School, Mussoorie

Est. 1856
₹9.0L – ₹24.8LIB Boardfull-timeOn-site6–8 yrs1 openingsCloses 25 Oct
● posted 2 Jun

Job description

Overview

Woodstock School in Mussoorie, Uttarakhand is accepting applications for a Principal. You will work with an experienced academic team in a setting that prioritises learning outcomes. About Woodstock School in Mussoorie, Uttarakhand: a senior secondary institution, established 1856, — a IB-affiliated school. Known locally for steady academic delivery, a stable faculty base, and a balanced mix of academics, sports, and the arts. About the role: the Principal is a senior position blending academic leadership with operational ownership — running reviews, mentoring teachers, handling escalations, and representing the school externally. What you will do:

  • Own academic outcomes for the assigned portfolio.
  • Coach teachers, especially those in their first few years.
  • Drive disciplined execution of the academic and assessment calendar.
  • Represent the school in academic forums and audits.
  • Work with the Principal on medium-term plans. Requirements:
  • Master's degree with a relevant teaching qualification (B.Ed./M.Ed. preferred).
  • Significant classroom experience plus years in coordination/leadership.
  • Calm, confident judgement with students, parents, and staff.
  • Clear writing for academic plans, reports, and parent communication.
  • A track record of building and retaining strong teaching teams. Benefits at a glance:
  • Market-aligned salary (₹9.0 LPA – ₹24.8 LPA).
  • Structured working hours with adequate planning time.
  • Investment in teacher and staff development across the year.
  • A workplace built on clarity and professional respect.
  • Long-term career growth at a school invested in its people. Apply through the platform using the button above; your profile lands with Woodstock School instantly. Candidates who meet the brief are invited for interviews within the week.

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Role details

Vacancies
1

Why apply

Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
Established school — running since 1856.

What you'll handle

·Approve and monitor the annual budget.
·Own admissions strategy and student-retention outcomes.
·Represent the school with the board, regulators and the wider community.
·Make the final call on disciplinary and safeguarding matters.
·Oversee compliance — affiliation, fire safety, child-safety policies.

Working in an IB BOARD school

This is an IB school — inquiry-led teaching, transdisciplinary planning, ATL skills and formal IB documentation are part of daily work.

Career path

Explore adjacent roles teachers move to next in Mussoorie.

  1. Coordinator→
  2. Academic Coordinator→
  3. Vice Principal→
  4. Principal
Woodstock School
IB Board · Mussoorie · Est. 1856 · 6:1 students per teacher
1856
FOUNDED
IB Board
BOARD
senior secondary
LEVEL
English
MEDIUM
6:1
STUDENTS / TEACHER
English, Hindi
LANGUAGES
Mussoorie, Uttarakhand
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