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HOD English

₹12L – ₹18L / yr5–7 yrsCloses 11 Jul 8 days left
Chennai, Tamilnadufull-timePosted 40d ago
CBSE
Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD English
School
Chathrapathy Shivaji D A V School
City
Chennai
State
Tamilnadu
Board
CBSE
School type
Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹12L – ₹18L per year
Experience
5–7 years
Posted
24 May 2026
Closing date
11 Jul 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD English salary in Chennai — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹12.4L
per year
Typical
₹15.3L
per year
Senior / high
₹18.3L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD English

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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.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Join the faculty at Chathrapathy Shivaji D A V School as a HOD English in Chennai, Tamilnadu. The school maintains high academic standards alongside a collaborative, professional staff culture. Chathrapathy Shivaji D A V School in Chennai, Tamilnadu functions as a secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1975,. The leadership team is closely involved in academic planning and faculty support, with a sharp focus on classroom impact. What the role looks like: the HOD English owns outcomes for the assigned section/portfolio — academic quality, faculty development, parent engagement, and student wellbeing — and contributes to the school's strategic plans. Core responsibilities:

  • Lead and inspire a high-performing academic team.
  • Maintain standards through reviews, observations, and structured feedback.
  • Drive the assessment, reporting, and parent communication cycle.
  • Manage disciplinary cases, parent escalations, and staff conflicts.
  • Contribute to the school's strategic priorities as part of the leadership group. 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. Perks and culture:
  • Fair compensation with annual review (₹12.4 LPA – ₹18.3 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. Hit Apply on this page to put your CV in front of the Chathrapathy Shivaji D A V School academic lead. Selected profiles progress to a model class and a conversation with leadership.

Common questions about this role

Is the salary CTC or in-hand?

Schools quote CTC by default. In-hand depends on PF (12% employee share), professional tax, and your tax slab — ask HR for a sample salary structure before accepting.

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.

Which curriculum does the school follow?

Chathrapathy Shivaji D A V School follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.

How do I apply for this HOD English vacancy?

Use the "Apply" button on this page to submit your application directly through School Jobs India. A free candidate account is required so the school can reach you.

Is this a remote / work-from-home opportunity?

School roles are on-site by default — classroom teaching and student supervision require physical presence. Online tutoring openings are tagged separately on School Jobs India.

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.

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.

Who fits

Requirements & role details

Role details

Vacancies
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About the school

Chathrapathy Shivaji D A V School

Key facts about Chathrapathy Shivaji D A V School

Key facts
Founded
1975
Board
CBSE
Type
Secondary Level
Principal
KISHORE BHARATI
Affiliation #
1930083
Address
13 CIRCULAR ROAD U.I COLONY KODAMBAKKAM CHENNAI TAMIL NADU, 13 Circular Road, Chennai, Tamilnadu, 600024

Chathrapathy Shivaji D A V School is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1975, located in Chennai, Tamilnadu.

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