Head of School — Dayanand Model School Opening — Dayanand Model School, Delhi
Dayanand Model SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Head of School — Dayanand Model School
- School
- Dayanand Model School
- City
- Delhi
- State
- Delhi
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹9.2L – ₹12L per year
- Experience
- 8–10 years
- Posted
- 12 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Now hiring: Head of School — Dayanand Model School — Dayanand Model School, Delhi, Delhi. Shortlisting begins immediately and interviews are being scheduled on a rolling basis. Curriculum: CBSE. The school has been running for 50+ years. Use the Apply button to register your interest — interviews are usually scheduled within 5–7 days.
Dayanand Model School, a CBSE school in Delhi, 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: Dayanand Model School is a CBSE Day School in Vivek Vihar, Delhi.
What you'll handle as a Head of School — Dayanand Model School
Take ownership of the role's deliverables and partner with the appropriate department leads.
Working in a CBSE school
This school follows the CBSE framework, so expect continuous and comprehensive assessment, NEP-aligned competency questions, and a strong emphasis on subject enrichment activities.
Working conditions
Day-school setup: regular school hours, scheduled events and standard term breaks.
About teaching in Delhi
Delhi has the largest concentration of CBSE schools in India and an active teacher network — strong base for career growth in K-12 education.
Common questions about this role
Do I have to work weekends?
Most day schools follow a 6-day or 5.5-day week with Sundays off. Occasional Saturdays may go to events, parent meetings, or PD sessions.
When does the school want the joining date to be?
Most school roles aim for a joining around the start of the next academic month or term. Once shortlisted, the school will agree a realistic date based on your notice period.
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.
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?
Absolutely — schools regularly hire candidates on notice. Be upfront about your release date so interview scheduling and the offer timeline can be aligned.
About Dayanand Model School
Dayanand Model School is a day school affiliated to CBSE, established in 1976, located in Delhi, Delhi.
Dayanand Model School is a CBSE Day School in Vivek Vihar, Delhi.
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