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Key facts
- Role
- Principal
- School
- Happy School, Padam Chand Marg Darya Ganj New Delhi
- City
- Central
- State
- Delhi
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Private Unaided (Recognized)
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹9.2L – ₹10.1L per year
- Experience
- 7–9 years
- Posted
- 27 May 2026
- Closing date
- 20 Jul 2026
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- 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.
Job description
Overview
Happy School, Padam Chand Marg Darya Ganj New Delhi requires a Principal in Central, Delhi for the upcoming academic year. A full-time role with reasonable workload expectations and clear deliverables. Happy School, Padam Chand Marg Darya Ganj New Delhi in Central, Delhi is a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school pairs a traditional academic core with modern classroom practices and consistent investment in faculty enablement. Context: the Principal reports into the Principal and works alongside other senior leaders. The role carries academic and operational responsibilities and is central to the school's day-to-day functioning. Responsibilities:
- Lead the assigned section/department on academic and operational matters.
- Mentor teachers through observation, feedback, and development plans.
- Oversee assessment cycles, result analysis, and improvement plans.
- Handle parent escalations professionally and represent the school externally.
- Drive a culture of academic rigour, discipline, and student wellbeing. 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. Benefits at a glance:
- Market-aligned salary (₹9.2 LPA – ₹10.1 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. Click Apply at the top of this page to share your profile with Happy School, Padam Chand Marg Darya Ganj New Delhi. Suitable applicants are contacted directly to schedule the next round of conversations.
Common questions about this role
How big are the classes?
Class sizes in Indian K-12 schools usually fall in the 25–40 student range. Premium IB/IGCSE schools often cap sections at 22–25.
Are meals provided at school?
Subsidised tea/snacks are common; full meals depend on the school. Boarding schools usually provide meals as part of the package for resident staff.
Is English fluency required?
Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Happy School, Padam Chand Marg Darya Ganj New Delhi follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
How long after the interview until I get an offer letter?
Most schools issue a written offer within 3–7 working days of the final round. If you don't hear back in 10 days, a quick polite follow-up via the "Message employer" button on this Principal listing is usually welcome.
Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Most schools expect weekly lesson plans submitted to the coordinator/HOD, plus unit plans at the start of each term. Templates are usually provided.
Can I negotiate the salary at Happy School, Padam Chand Marg Darya Ganj New Delhi?
Most schools have a defined band per role but the final number is negotiable within it. The strongest levers are recent teaching experience, board expertise, and willingness to take on coordinator/extra-curricular responsibilities.
Where exactly is Happy School, Padam Chand Marg Darya Ganj New Delhi located?
The school is in Central, Delhi. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
What arrangements are there for women teachers' commute and safety?
Most reputable schools in Central run staff transport (bus or shared cab) covering the main residential clusters, with women-first drop after evening duties. On-campus, ICC (Internal Complaints Committee) compliance is standard. Confirm the route map and the last drop time during the interview.
What is the leave policy?
Schools usually offer 10–18 leaves per year on top of public/school holidays. Earned-leave encashment policies vary — check the offer letter.
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Role details
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- 1
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Key facts about Happy School, Padam Chand Marg Darya Ganj New Delhi
- Type
- Private Unaided (Recognized)
- Grades
- 1-12
- Students
- 1,715
- Staff
- 9
Happy School, Padam Chand Marg Darya Ganj New Delhi is a private unaided (recognized), located in Central, Delhi, offering 1-12. The campus serves around 1,715 students with a teaching and support team of about 9. Campus facilities include Toilet, Electricity, Library, Playground, Drinking Water.
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