HOD English
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD English
- School
- Abhyasa International Residential School
- City
- Secunderabad
- State
- Telengana
- Board
- ICSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹7.6L – ₹17.8L per year
- Experience
- 7–10 years
- Posted
- 28 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 22 Aug 2026
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Why apply
- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- ICSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
Job description
Overview
Abhyasa International Residential School in Secunderabad, Telengana is seeking a HOD English who brings both subject depth and a student-first approach. The school invests heavily in teacher development. Abhyasa International Residential School, established 1996, is a senior secondary campus in Secunderabad, Telengana — a ICSE / CISCE-affiliated school. Day-to-day work is anchored in curriculum maps, defined assessment cycles, and faculty review built into the calendar. Details: a high-ownership leadership role. The HOD English leads by example in classrooms, faculty meetings, and parent interactions, while keeping the school's long-term direction in view. Core responsibilities:
- Lead and inspire a high-performing academic team.
- Maintain standards through reviews, observations, and structured feedback.
- Drive the assessment, reporting, and parent communication cycle.
- Manage disciplinary cases, parent escalations, and staff conflicts.
- Contribute to the school's strategic priorities as part of the leadership group. 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 (₹7.6 LPA – ₹17.8 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 online from this page to be considered by Abhyasa International Residential School. Interview slots are scheduled after profile review, typically inside five to seven working days.
Common questions about this role
Is accommodation provided?
Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.
How much experience do I need for this HOD English 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 non-teaching duties are expected?
Beyond teaching periods you'll typically own a homeroom, run one club/activity, support exam logistics, and contribute to one school-wide initiative each term.
When does the school want the joining date to be?
Most school roles aim for a joining around the start of the next academic month or term. Once shortlisted, the school will agree a realistic date based on your notice period.
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.
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 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.
Where exactly is Abhyasa International Residential School located?
The school is in Secunderabad, Telengana. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
What's the interview process like for this teaching role?
Typical schools run a screening call → a demo class (15–30 minutes for the relevant grade) → a panel interview with the Principal/HOD. Some boards also ask for a written response or a sample lesson plan.
How do I apply for this HOD English vacancy?
Use the "Apply" button on this page to submit your application directly through School Jobs India. A free candidate account is required so the school can reach you.
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Key facts about Abhyasa International Residential School
- Founded
- 1996
- Board
- ICSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 20:1
Abhyasa (Estd. in 1996) is a boutique residential school with classes from Grade Four to Grade Twelve, affiliated to The Council for Indian School Certificate Examinations (I.C.S.E. & I.S.C.) New Delhi. With Girls & Boys from all over India & Overseas, the school admits only 400 fully residential students to ensure personalised attention for the all round development of every pupil ! Strategically located on the Indian National Highway 44 - connecting Kashmir & Kanyakumari & the Telangana Regional Ring Road at Toopran town, which is a 45 minute-drive from the hustle & bustle of Hyderabad City, on a 15-acre - Clean & Green Campus, with a Curriculum that blends the best practices of the Indian Gurukul Culture & International Education Standards, at an affordable fee...
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