BDM International School (BDMI) is hiring a HOD English — BDM International School (BDMI) in Kolkata
BDM International School (BDMI)Key facts
- Role
- HOD English — BDM International School (BDMI)
- School
- BDM International School (BDMI)
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹8.3L – ₹13L per year
- Experience
- 9–14 years
- Posted
- 8 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
BDM International School (BDMI) is building a strong academic team and is looking for a HOD English — BDM International School (BDMI) who can lead learning with care, rigour, and consistency. Curriculum: CBSE. The school has been running for 60+ years. Apply directly through this listing — your profile is shared with the school as soon as you submit.
BDM International School (BDMI), a CBSE school in Kolkata, 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: BDM International School (BDMI) is a CBSE Day School in Garia, Kolkata.
What you'll handle as a HOD English — BDM International School (BDMI)
Set the standard for your subject — define exemplar lessons, run department meetings, and own board results for the department.
Working in a CBSE school
This school follows the CBSE framework, so expect continuous and comprehensive assessment, NEP-aligned competency questions, and a strong emphasis on subject enrichment activities.
Working conditions
This is a day school — standard working hours with weekend off, occasional events and parent-teacher meetings.
About teaching in Kolkata
Kolkata has historic ICSE and CBSE schools alongside growing IB options, with hiring concentrated around March–May.
Common questions about this role
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.
What is the salary for this HOD English — BDM International School (BDMI) 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.
When does the school want the joining date to be?
Joining dates are usually negotiable around the school calendar. Mid-term joining is common for replacement vacancies; new positions often align to April or the start of the next term.
I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Yes. Most schools accept candidates with up to 60 days of notice. Mention your last working day clearly in your application so the school can plan the joining accordingly.
Is English fluency required?
Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.
About BDM International School (BDMI)
BDM International School (BDMI) is a day school affiliated to CBSE, established in 1966, located in Kolkata, West Bengal.
BDM International School (BDMI) is a CBSE Day School in Garia, Kolkata.
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