HOD English — Avadh Collegiate Vacancy at Avadh Collegiate, Lucknow

Avadh Collegiate
Lucknow, Uttar Pradeshfull-time₹9.0L – ₹13L / yrCBSE11–15 yrs expPosted 10d ago

Key facts

Role
HOD English — Avadh Collegiate
School
Avadh Collegiate
City
Lucknow
State
Uttar Pradesh
Board
CBSE
School type
Day Cum Boarding
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹9.0L – ₹13L per year
Experience
11–15 years
Posted
13 Jun 2026
Closing date
18 Aug 2026
Day Cum Boarding
Est. 1993

Job description

Overview

Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh — a fresh opening for a HOD English — Avadh Collegiate at Avadh Collegiate. The school has been running for 33+ years. Curriculum: CBSE. Apply directly through this listing — your profile is shared with the school as soon as you submit.

Avadh Collegiate, a CBSE school in Lucknow, is hiring a HOD English.

Key responsibilities:

  • Lead the subject department and mentor teachers
  • Drive curriculum planning and assessment design
  • Monitor student academic outcomes
  • Coordinate with school leadership on academic matters

Requirements:

  • 5-12 years of relevant experience
  • Postgraduate in the subject with B.Ed; minimum 5 years of teaching

About the school: Avadh Collegiate is a CBSE Day Cum Boarding in Salempur, Lucknow.

What you'll handle as a HOD English — Avadh Collegiate

Set the standard for your subject — define exemplar lessons, run department meetings, and own board results for the department.

Working in a CBSE school

As a CBSE-affiliated school, the calendar is structured around term-wise assessments, project work and board-format mocks for senior grades.

Working conditions

As a residential school, expect duty rosters, hostel involvement and a tighter-knit student community than a day school.

About teaching in Lucknow

Lucknow has a strong ICSE and CBSE base and is one of UP's largest hiring markets for school staff.

Common questions about this role

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.

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.

Is accommodation provided?

Accommodation is typically included for residential staff — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.

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.

Where exactly is Avadh Collegiate located?

The school is in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.

About Avadh Collegiate

Avadh Collegiate is a day cum boarding affiliated to CBSE, established in 1993, located in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh.

Avadh Collegiate is a CBSE Day Cum Boarding in Salempur, Lucknow.

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Perks

Day careMealsTransportationSmart ClassesWifiWashroomsDebatePicnics and excursionMusicDramaArt and CraftDance

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