HOD English
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD English
- School
- Central School For Tibetans
- City
- Kalimpong
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹12.3L – ₹20.4L per year
- Experience
- 5–7 years
- Posted
- 25 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 26 Aug 2026
HOD English salary in Kalimpong — 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.
- Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
Job description
Overview
Applications are invited for a HOD English at Central School For Tibetans in Kalimpong, West Bengal. A long-term, full-time engagement aligned with the school's commitment to consistent delivery. Central School For Tibetans in Kalimpong, West Bengal is a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1964,. The school pairs a traditional academic core with modern classroom practices and consistent investment in faculty enablement. 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. Day to day, you will:
- Run faculty meetings, academic reviews, and section-level planning.
- Observe classes, give actionable feedback, follow up on teacher development.
- Approve calendars, assessment papers, and major parent communication.
- Engage with leadership on hiring, budgets, and infrastructure needs.
- Spend time on the floor — corridors, classrooms, labs — to read the school accurately. 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. Perks and culture:
- Fair compensation with annual review (₹12.3 LPA – ₹20.4 LPA).
- Stable, full-time engagement with a clear academic calendar.
- Regular PD through internal and external programmes.
- A working culture that takes faculty wellbeing seriously.
- A school that genuinely cares about student outcomes. Submit your application online from this page to be considered by Central School For Tibetans. Interview slots are scheduled after profile review, typically inside five to seven working days.
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.
How do I write an application email for this HOD English role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "HOD English application — Central School For Tibetans"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Central School For Tibetans and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
Do staff get fee concession for their children?
Many established schools offer 50–100% tuition concession for the children of full-time staff, subject to admission criteria. Confirm specifics in the offer letter.
What is the leave policy?
Schools usually offer 10–18 leaves per year on top of public/school holidays. Earned-leave encashment policies vary — check the offer letter.
Do I have to work weekends?
Most day schools follow a 6-day or 5.5-day week with Sundays off. Occasional Saturdays may go to events, parent meetings, or PD sessions.
What is the average HOD English salary in Kalimpong?
Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to HOD English roles in Kalimpong. As a rough anchor, city tier and board affiliation move the number by 20-40% — IB and Cambridge schools sit at the top, state-board privates at the base.
How big are the classes?
Class sizes in Indian K-12 schools usually fall in the 25–40 student range. Premium IB/IGCSE schools often cap sections at 22–25.
When does the school want the joining date to be?
Most school roles aim for a joining around the start of the next academic month or term. Once shortlisted, the school will agree a realistic date based on your notice period.
Is background verification done before joining?
Standard pre-joining checks cover qualification documents, prior employment, and reference calls. Some larger groups also do criminal-record verification.
How long after the interview until I get an offer letter?
Most schools issue a written offer within 3–7 working days of the final round. If you don't hear back in 10 days, a quick polite follow-up via the "Message employer" button on this HOD English listing is usually welcome.
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- 2
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Key facts about Central School For Tibetans
- Founded
- 1964
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- Dawa Dorjee
- Affiliation #
- 2490002
Central School For Tibetans is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1964, located in Kalimpong, West Bengal.
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