HOD English
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD English
- School
- Atal Utkrisht S. R. D. B. Inter College Sundarkhal
- City
- Nainital
- State
- Uttarakhand
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Contract
- Salary
- ₹8.0L – ₹8.8L per year
- Experience
- 6–11 years
- Posted
- 13 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 25 Aug 2026
HOD English salary in Nainital — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
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Why apply
- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Established school — running for 41+ years.
Job description
Overview
Atal Utkrisht S. R. D. B. Inter College Sundarkhal in Nainital, Uttarakhand is on the lookout for a HOD English. The school values educators who care about classroom culture as much as curriculum delivery. About the institution: Atal Utkrisht S. R. D. B. Inter College Sundarkhal in Nainital, Uttarakhand — a senior secondary setup, established 1985, — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school invests consistently in academic resources, classroom technology, and a culture of professional respect. What the role looks like: the HOD English owns outcomes for the assigned section/portfolio — academic quality, faculty development, parent engagement, and student wellbeing — and contributes to the school's strategic plans. 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. 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. Compensation and environment:
- Salary structured fairly across roles (₹8.0 LPA – ₹8.8 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. Complete your application via the button on this listing so Atal Utkrisht S. R. D. B. Inter College Sundarkhal receives your details directly. Matching profiles are shortlisted promptly and contacted by the academic office.
Common questions about this role
Will I get PF and statutory benefits?
Yes — established schools provide EPF (Provident Fund) and gratuity (after 5 years), and most also provide ESI for staff under the wage threshold. Specifics are spelled out in the offer letter.
What qualifications are required for a HOD English?
Most HOD English 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.
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.
Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?
Yes, for board-affiliated school teaching roles a B.Ed is generally required. Exceptions exist for very experienced subject experts and for play-school/early-years specialists.
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.
Are meals provided at school?
Most schools offer a subsidised staff canteen or a daily mid-morning snack and lunch. Boarding schools typically include all meals for residential staff.
How do I apply for this HOD English vacancy?
Apply through this page using your School Jobs India profile. Complete your profile first (qualifications, experience, references) — schools shortlist faster when the basics are in place.
How will I know if my application is being reviewed?
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What is the average HOD English salary in Nainital?
Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, HOD English pay in Nainital varies with years of experience (each 3-year block adds roughly 15-25%), board (IB > CBSE > state), and school size — the linked full pay report breaks these out further.
What questions are asked in a HOD English interview?
Panels usually ask about your teaching philosophy, a demo lesson walkthrough, how you handle discipline and parents, and syllabus familiarity. See the "Interview questions & answers" section on this page for six of the most common ones and how to answer them.
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Key facts about Atal Utkrisht S. R. D. B. Inter College Sundarkhal
- Founded
- 1985
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- MR SUMATI NARAYAN
- Affiliation #
- 3520214
Atal Utkrisht S. R. D. B. Inter College Sundarkhal is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1985, located in Nainital, Uttarakhand.
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