HOD English
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD English
- School
- Air Fce Gyan Jyoti School
- City
- South West Delhi
- State
- Delhi
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹9.8L – ₹20.7L per year
- Experience
- 6–11 years
- Posted
- 30 May 2026
- Closing date
- 15 Jul 2026
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Why apply
- 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
Air Fce Gyan Jyoti School in South West Delhi, Delhi is on the lookout for a HOD English. The school values educators who care about classroom culture as much as curriculum delivery. Air Fce Gyan Jyoti School in South West Delhi, Delhi is a secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1969,. The school pairs a traditional academic core with modern classroom practices and consistent investment in faculty enablement. About the role: the HOD English is a senior position blending academic leadership with operational ownership — running reviews, mentoring teachers, handling escalations, and representing the school externally. 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. Compensation and environment:
- Salary structured fairly across roles (₹9.8 LPA – ₹20.7 LPA).
- A calendar that respects academic delivery and personal time.
- Internal training, peer observation, and external workshops.
- A calm, professional, student-centred campus culture.
- Real backing from the leadership team when it matters. Apply now using this listing, and your CV reaches the Air Fce Gyan Jyoti School hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.
Common questions about this role
Where exactly is Air Fce Gyan Jyoti School located?
The school is in South West Delhi, Delhi. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
How do I make a resume for a CBSE HOD English job?
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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.
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Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?
For most K-12 teaching positions in India a B.Ed (or NIOS D.El.Ed for primary) is preferred and often required by board affiliations. Some pre-primary and special-skill roles accept relevant certification in lieu.
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.
I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Absolutely — schools regularly hire candidates on notice. Be upfront about your release date so interview scheduling and the offer timeline can be aligned.
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 HOD English listing is usually welcome.
Is the salary CTC or in-hand?
Schools quote CTC by default. In-hand depends on PF (12% employee share), professional tax, and your tax slab — ask HR for a sample salary structure before accepting.
What arrangements are there for women teachers' commute and safety?
Most reputable schools in South West Delhi 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.
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Key facts about Air Fce Gyan Jyoti School
- Founded
- 1969
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary Level
- Principal
- KANCHAN LATA RAI
- Affiliation #
- 2780005
Air Fce Gyan Jyoti School is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1969, located in South West Delhi, Delhi.
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