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HOD English

at Chilkarani English Medium School · Khordha · Apply in under 60 seconds.

₹8.1L – ₹23L / yr6–8 yrsCloses 20 Jul 16 days left
Khordha, Odishafull-timePosted 29d ago
CBSE
Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD English
School
Chilkarani English Medium School
City
Khordha
State
Odisha
Board
CBSE
School type
Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹8.1L – ₹23L per year
Experience
6–8 years
Posted
4 Jun 2026
Closing date
20 Jul 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD English salary in Khordha — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹8.1L
per year
Typical
₹15.8L
per year
Senior / high
₹23.5L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD English

at Chilkarani English Medium School

16 days left

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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

Applications are open for a HOD English at Chilkarani English Medium School in Khordha, Odisha. The role is full-time, aligned with the school's published academic and assessment calendar. Chilkarani English Medium School in Khordha, Odisha is a secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1982,. The school pairs a traditional academic core with modern classroom practices and consistent investment in faculty enablement. 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. 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. Benefits and culture:
  • Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹8.1 LPA – ₹23.5 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 Chilkarani English Medium School reviews every profile that arrives via the platform.

Common questions about this role

Are detailed lesson plans expected?

Most schools expect weekly lesson plans submitted to the coordinator/HOD, plus unit plans at the start of each term. Templates are usually provided.

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.

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 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.

How do I write an application email for this HOD English role?

Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "HOD English application — Chilkarani English Medium School"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Chilkarani English Medium School and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.

Is English fluency required?

Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.

How long does it take to hear back after applying?

Most schools review applications within 5–10 working days. If you don't hear back in two weeks, the role has usually been filled or paused — keep applying to similar openings in the meantime.

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 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 much experience do I need for this HOD English role?

The required experience is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Schools also consider relevant internships, board-prep training and student-teaching when evaluating early-career candidates.

Who fits

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Role details

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About the school

Chilkarani English Medium School

Key facts about Chilkarani English Medium School

Key facts
Founded
1982
Board
CBSE
Type
Secondary Level
Principal
RAKESH KUMAR DAS
Affiliation #
1530053
Address
BALUGAON KHURDA ORISSA, Balugaon Khurda Orissa, Khordha, Odisha, 752031

Chilkarani English Medium School is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1982, located in Khordha, Odisha.

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