Principal — Happy English School Opening — Happy English School, Delhi

Happy English School
Delhi, Delhifull-time₹15L – ₹24L / yrCBSE14–19 yrs expPosted 11d ago

Key facts

Role
Principal — Happy English School
School
Happy English School
City
Delhi
State
Delhi
Board
CBSE
School type
Day School
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹15L – ₹24L per year
Experience
14–19 years
Posted
12 Jun 2026
Closing date
18 Aug 2026
Day School
Est. 1954

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Job description

Overview

Now hiring: Principal — Happy English School — Happy English School, Delhi, Delhi. Shortlisting begins immediately and interviews are being scheduled on a rolling basis. The school has been running for 72+ years. Curriculum: CBSE. Send your application via this page; the school's hiring lead reviews every submission.

Happy English School, a CBSE school in Delhi, 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: Happy English School is a CBSE Day School in Geeta Colony, Delhi.

What you'll handle as a Principal — Happy English School

Set the academic calendar, drive curriculum standards, chair leadership meetings, and represent the school with parents, regulators and the community.

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

Will I get PF and statutory benefits?

Most registered schools enrol staff in EPF from day one and pay statutory gratuity. ESI cover applies if your gross is within the eligibility limit at joining.

Do staff get fee concession for their children?

Many established schools offer 50–100% tuition concession for the children of full-time staff, subject to admission criteria. Confirm specifics in the offer letter.

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.

How much experience do I need for this Principal — Happy English School role?

The required experience is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Schools also consider relevant internships, board-prep training and student-teaching when evaluating early-career candidates.

What kind of professional development is offered?

Most schools run weekly/monthly in-house PD sessions on pedagogy and assessment. Funded external workshops (board-specific or subject-specific) are offered to teachers in good standing.

About Happy English School

Happy English School is a day school affiliated to CBSE, established in 1954, located in Delhi, Delhi.

Happy English School is a CBSE Day School in Geeta Colony, Delhi.

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Working at Happy English School

Perks

Medical RoomTransportationAC ClassesSmart ClassesWifiRampsArt and CraftDanceMusicPicnics and excursionDebateLibrary/Reading Room

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