The Elisabeth Gauba School is hiring a Principal — The Elisabeth Gauba School in Delhi
The Elisabeth Gauba SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Principal — The Elisabeth Gauba School
- School
- The Elisabeth Gauba School
- City
- Delhi
- State
- Delhi
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹10L – ₹15L per year
- Experience
- 12–14 years
- Posted
- 13 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
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Job description
Overview
The Elisabeth Gauba School, a State Board 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: The School is a living example of the dedication and hard work of Mrs. Gauba who devoted her whole life to the cause of children’s education. She had a great vision of creating a separate world for children abounding in beauty and peaceful coexistence. Although she has passed into eternal sleep but she lives on in Shiv Niketan and through all her “children”. It is a school that does not believe in rigid structuring of classes. The development of each child as an individual and the flourishing of their personalities is our primary concern. The School, therefor, seeks to use teaching towards helping each child to grow and mature intellectually and spiritually at their own pace and give expression to their creative urges. It is not surprising, therefore, that learning is a joyful and creative experience for our students.
Common questions about this role
What qualifications are required for a Principal — The Elisabeth Gauba School?
Most Principal — The Elisabeth Gauba School roles require a relevant Bachelor's/Master's in the subject plus a B.Ed (or equivalent teacher-training qualification). Specific board requirements (CTET, IB workshops, IGCSE training) may also apply.
When are increments and bonuses given?
Annual increments are usually announced in March/April, alongside the new academic year. Performance-linked bonuses vary by school — some pay a one-month festive bonus, others none.
What is the salary for this Principal — The Elisabeth Gauba School role?
Refer to the salary range posted on this page. Most schools negotiate within this band based on your last drawn CTC and relevant experience.
What non-teaching duties are expected?
Common non-teaching duties include exam invigilation, homework correction, parent-teacher meetings, one co-curricular activity, and being a homeroom/tutor-group mentor.
What is the leave policy?
Teaching staff typically get all school holidays plus 8–15 casual/sick leaves per academic year. Long vacations (summer, winter, Diwali, Holi breaks) follow the published school calendar.
About The Elisabeth Gauba School
The School is a living example of the dedication and hard work of Mrs. Gauba who devoted her whole life to the cause of children’s education. She had a great vision of creating a separate world for children abounding in beauty and peaceful coexistence. Although she has passed into eternal sleep but she lives on in Shiv Niketan and through all her “children”. It is a school that does not believe in rigid structuring of classes. The development of each child as an individual and the flourishing of their personalities is our primary concern. The School, therefor, seeks to use teaching towards helping each child to grow and mature intellectually and spiritually at their own pace and give expression to their creative urges. It is not surprising, therefore, that learning is a joyful and creative experience for our students.
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