Principal

Dwarka International School· Est. 2006 · CBSE · South West Delhi
₹10.7L – ₹14.5LCBSEfull-timeOn-site7–11 yrs1 openingsCloses 18 Sep
● posted 27 May

Why apply

Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.

What you'll handle

·Hire, coach and (where needed) exit faculty to maintain the standard.
·Set the school's annual academic and operational plan.
·Lead parent communication — newsletters, escalations and the annual address.
·Chair leadership-team meetings and own the school's KPIs.
·Own admissions strategy and student-retention outcomes.

Requirements

Role details

Vacancies
1

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.

Career path

Explore adjacent roles teachers move to next in South West Delhi.

  1. Coordinator
  2. Academic Coordinator
  3. Vice Principal
  4. Principal

Salary & benefits

₹10.7L – ₹14.5L / yr

Pay benchmark — Principal in South West Delhi

₹10.7L / yr
ENTRY / LOW
₹10.7L – ₹14.5L / yr
TYPICAL
₹14.5L / yr
SENIOR / HIGH
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.

Full job description

Overview

Dwarka International School requires a Principal in South West Delhi, Delhi for the upcoming academic year. A full-time role with reasonable workload expectations and clear deliverables. About Dwarka International School in South West Delhi, Delhi: a senior secondary institution, established 2006, — a CBSE-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. Qualifications and skills:
  • Master's degree with a recognised teaching/leadership qualification.
  • Track record of leading improvement at section or school level.
  • Hiring, coaching, performance management, and conflict resolution skills.
  • Solid grasp of curriculum, assessment, and parent communication.
  • High professional integrity and a clear communication style. Perks and culture:
  • Fair compensation with annual review (₹10.7 LPA – ₹14.5 LPA).
  • Stable, full-time engagement with a clear academic calendar.
  • Regular PD through internal and external programmes.
  • A working culture that takes faculty wellbeing seriously.
  • A school that genuinely cares about student outcomes. Hit Apply on this page to put your CV in front of the Dwarka International School academic lead. Selected profiles progress to a model class and a conversation with leadership.
Dwarka International School
CBSE · Senior Secondary Level · South West Delhi · Est. 2006
2006
FOUNDED
CBSE
BOARD
Senior Secondary Level
LEVEL
English
MEDIUM
SHWETA OBEROI
PRINCIPAL
2730596
AFFILIATION
Delhi, Delhi
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