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Key facts
- Role
- Principal
- School
- Sahoday Sr. Secondary School, C-1, Safdarjang Development Area, New Delhi
- City
- South
- State
- Delhi
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Private Unaided (Recognized)
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹9.2L – ₹17.7L per year
- Experience
- 6–10 years
- Posted
- 12 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 11 Aug 2026
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Job description
Overview
Sahoday Sr. Secondary School, C-1, Safdarjang Development Area, New Delhi is recruiting a Principal in South, Delhi. The academic framework is built around clear learning goals, regular reviews, and a healthy planning rhythm. About Sahoday Sr. Secondary School, C-1, Safdarjang Development Area, New Delhi in South, Delhi: a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school. Known locally for steady academic delivery, a stable faculty base, and a balanced mix of academics, sports, and the arts. Details: a high-ownership leadership role. The Principal leads by example in classrooms, faculty meetings, and parent interactions, while keeping the school's long-term direction in view. 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. Candidate requirements:
- Senior educator with a balanced view of academics and operations.
- Proven ability to mentor teachers and improve outcomes over time.
- Strong stakeholder management — board, parents, regulators, vendors.
- Comfortable with data — assessments, attendance, faculty metrics.
- A long-term thinker who can also execute well in the short term. Benefits and culture:
- Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹9.2 LPA – ₹17.7 LPA).
- Structured calendar with reasonable workload expectations.
- Professional development through workshops and internal training.
- A collaborative staff culture with clear leadership backing.
- Stable, full-time employment at a settled school. Submit your application on this page and Sahoday Sr. Secondary School, C-1, Safdarjang Development Area, New Delhi will weigh your candidacy for the opening. Next steps usually include a short demo class and a panel discussion.
Common questions about this role
Do staff get fee concession for their children?
Most reputable schools have a staff-child fee concession policy. Eligibility, percentage and number of children covered vary — ask HR for the written policy.
Is the salary CTC or in-hand?
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Is accommodation provided?
Day schools generally don't provide accommodation. The school may help with referrals to nearby PGs or rentals during your relocation.
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.
Can I negotiate the salary at Sahoday Sr. Secondary School, C-1, Safdarjang Development Area, New Delhi?
Yes — the band shown is a starting point. Schools consider your last-drawn CTC, teaching experience, board expertise (CBSE) and any specialist skills. Come prepared with a specific number and a 1-line justification.
How big are the classes?
Section sizes typically range from 25 to 40 students. The school will confirm exact section size during the interview based on the grade you'll teach.
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Is there a probation period?
Most schools run a 3–6 month probation with the same salary as confirmation. Confirmation is typically subject to satisfactory performance reviews and document verification.
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Key facts about Sahoday Sr. Secondary School, C-1, Safdarjang Development Area, New Delhi
- Type
- Private Unaided (Recognized)
- Grades
- 1-12
- Students
- 1,678
- Staff
- 15
Sahoday Sr. Secondary School, C-1, Safdarjang Development Area, New Delhi is a private unaided (recognized), located in South, Delhi, offering 1-12. The campus serves around 1,678 students with a teaching and support team of about 15. Campus facilities include Toilet, Electricity, Library, Playground, Drinking Water.
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