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HOD English

at Bethel Mission School · Kishanganj · Apply in under 60 seconds.

₹12.8L – ₹13.8L / yr5–9 yrsCloses 15 Jul 10 days left
Kishanganj, BiharcontractPosted 48d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD English
School
Bethel Mission School
City
Kishanganj
State
Bihar
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Contract
Salary
₹12.8L – ₹13.8L per year
Experience
5–9 years
Posted
18 May 2026
Closing date
15 Jul 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD English salary in Kishanganj — snapshot

Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.

Entry / low
₹12.8L
per year
Typical
₹13.3L
per year
Senior / high
₹13.8L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

How to apply

Apply for HOD English at Bethel Mission School

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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 29+ years.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Bethel Mission School in Kishanganj, Bihar is inviting applications for a HOD English. The role sits inside the school's day-to-day academic delivery and reports into the section head. Bethel Mission School, established 1997, is a senior secondary campus in Kishanganj, Bihar — a CBSE-affiliated school. Day-to-day work is anchored in curriculum maps, defined assessment cycles, and faculty review built into the calendar. Position: as HOD English, you are part of the school's leadership group. The role demands strong judgement, calm execution, and a clear point of view on what good schooling looks like. 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 (₹12.8 LPA – ₹13.8 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 through this page with your latest CV and references. The recruitment desk at Bethel Mission School reviews every profile that arrives via the platform.

Common questions about this role

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.

Can I negotiate the salary at Bethel Mission School?

Most schools have a defined band per role but the final number is negotiable within it. The strongest levers are recent teaching experience, board expertise, and willingness to take on coordinator/extra-curricular responsibilities.

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 questions are asked in a HOD English interview?

Typical rounds cover self-introduction, why teaching, classroom-management scenarios, subject/syllabus knowledge, and one differentiation scenario. Scroll to "Interview questions & answers" below for six sample questions with model answers tuned for HOD English roles in Kishanganj.

Which curriculum does the school follow?

Bethel Mission School follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.

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 there a probation period?

Yes — a 3 to 6 month probation is standard in K-12 schools across India. Benefits like PF and gratuity continue to accrue from day one regardless.

Are meals provided at school?

Subsidised tea/snacks are common; full meals depend on the school. Boarding schools usually provide meals as part of the package for resident staff.

Is school transport available for staff?

Many schools offer staff bus service on their main routes, either free or at a nominal fee. Availability depends on whether your home is near a school route — confirm with HR.

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.

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About the school

Bethel Mission School

Key facts about Bethel Mission School

Key facts
Founded
1997
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
A KAVITHA JULIANA
Affiliation #
330430
Address
UTTARPALI,FULWARI ROAD, Uttarpali, Kishanganj, Bihar, 855107

Bethel Mission School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1997, located in Kishanganj, Bihar.

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