HOD English
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD English
- School
- Camellia Public School - Madhyamgram
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- north-24-parganas Madhyamgram
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary
- Employment type
- Contract
- Salary
- ₹7.9L – ₹13.6L per year
- Experience
- 5–7 years
- Posted
- 2 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 2 Aug 2026
HOD English salary in Kolkata — 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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- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
Job description
Overview
Applications are open for a HOD English at Camellia Public School - Madhyamgram in Kolkata, north-24-parganas Madhyamgram. The role is full-time, aligned with the school's published academic and assessment calendar. Camellia Public School - Madhyamgram, established 2017, runs as a senior secondary campus in Kolkata, north-24-parganas Madhyamgram — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school believes a strong campus is built on its teachers and works to be a place where faculty want to stay. 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. What you will do:
- Own academic outcomes for the assigned portfolio.
- Coach teachers, especially those in their first few years.
- Drive disciplined execution of the academic and assessment calendar.
- Represent the school in academic forums and audits.
- Work with the Principal on medium-term plans. Requirements:
- Master's degree with a relevant teaching qualification (B.Ed./M.Ed. preferred).
- Significant classroom experience plus years in coordination/leadership.
- Calm, confident judgement with students, parents, and staff.
- Clear writing for academic plans, reports, and parent communication.
- A track record of building and retaining strong teaching teams. Benefits and culture:
- Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹7.9 LPA – ₹13.6 LPA).
- Structured calendar with reasonable workload expectations.
- Professional development through workshops and internal training.
- A collaborative staff culture with clear leadership backing.
- Stable, full-time employment at a settled school. Complete your application through this page with your latest CV and references. The recruitment desk at Camellia Public School - Madhyamgram reviews every profile that arrives via the platform.
Common questions about this role
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.
How do I write an application email for this HOD English role?
Use a clear subject line with role and your name, open with which vacancy you're applying to, then a 4-5 line summary of qualifications, teaching experience and notice period. Close with availability for a demo lesson and interview. Attach a one-page PDF resume — long text bodies get skimmed.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Camellia Public School - Madhyamgram follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
What is the salary for this HOD English 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.
Is accommodation provided?
Day schools generally don't provide accommodation. The school may help with referrals to nearby PGs or rentals during your relocation.
Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Schools generally require lesson plans aligned to the syllabus and pacing calendar. Coordinators review them weekly or fortnightly.
Is background verification done before joining?
Yes — most schools run document and reference verification, and many use third-party background checks. Keep your last 2–3 employer references and original certificates ready.
What arrangements are there for women teachers' commute and safety?
Staff transport with defined pickup points, a women-first evening drop policy, CCTV coverage in corridors and staff areas, and an active Internal Complaints Committee are the norm at most established Indian schools. Ask HR for the specific route serving your locality.
Where can I find similar vacancies?
Scroll to the "Similar jobs" section below to see related openings. You can also browse by city (Kolkata), role and board on School Jobs India to compare options side by side.
What is the average HOD English salary in Kolkata?
Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, HOD English pay in Kolkata 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.
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Key facts about Camellia Public School - Madhyamgram
- Founded
- 2017
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 20:1
Established in 2017 Camellia Public School is a CBSE-affiliated day cum boarding school located in Madhyamgram, Kolkata. With 7+ years of experience, it has successfully educated 400+ students from pre-nursery to class 12. The low student-teacher ratio of 20:1 along with digital classrooms and 67+ co-curricular activities ensures holistic development. The school is also known for preparing students for competitive exams like JEE & NEET and offering free remedial classes. The school encourages holistic development by offering academic excellence through activity & inquiry-based learning and conducting regular sports events, competitions, and coaching sessions.
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