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HOD English

at Chinmaya Vidyalaya, Tapovanam 9-b Taylors · Chennai · Apply in under 60 seconds.

₹9.0L – ₹23.6L / yr5–10 yrsCloses 9 Aug
Chennai, TamilnaducontractPosted 30d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD English
School
Chinmaya Vidyalaya, Tapovanam 9-b Taylors
City
Chennai
State
Tamilnadu
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Contract
Salary
₹9.0L – ₹23.6L per year
Experience
5–10 years
Posted
4 Jun 2026
Closing date
9 Aug 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
₹9.0L
per year
Typical
₹16.3L
per year
Senior / high
₹23.6L
per year

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.
  • Established school — running for 58+ years.
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Job description

Overview

Chinmaya Vidyalaya, Tapovanam 9-b Taylors in Chennai, Tamilnadu is on the lookout for a HOD English. The school values educators who care about classroom culture as much as curriculum delivery. School profile: Chinmaya Vidyalaya, Tapovanam 9-b Taylors in Chennai, Tamilnadu — a senior secondary setup, established 1968, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Recognised for structured academic planning, regular parent engagement, and a deliberate culture of student mentorship. 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. 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 (₹9.0 LPA – ₹23.6 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. Apply now using this listing, and your CV reaches the Chinmaya Vidyalaya, Tapovanam 9-b Taylors hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.

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What is the salary for this HOD English role?

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Which curriculum does the school follow?

Chinmaya Vidyalaya, Tapovanam 9-b Taylors follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.

What is the leave policy?

Teaching staff typically get all school holidays plus 8–15 casual/sick leaves per academic year. Long vacations (summer, winter, Diwali, Holi breaks) follow the published school calendar.

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 after the interview until I get an offer letter?

Typically 3–7 working days after the final interview, once reference checks and internal approvals are done. Verbal confirmations sometimes come sooner — always wait for the written offer before resigning your current role.

What's the interview process like for this teaching role?

Most schools have 2–3 rounds: an HR call, a demo lesson, then a leadership interview. Be ready to walk through one of your lesson plans and how you handle classroom management.

What non-teaching duties are expected?

Common non-teaching duties include exam invigilation, homework correction, parent-teacher meetings, one co-curricular activity, and being a homeroom/tutor-group mentor.

I'm serving notice — should I still apply?

Yes. Most schools accept candidates with up to 60 days of notice. Mention your last working day clearly in your application so the school can plan the joining accordingly.

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Chinmaya Vidyalaya, Tapovanam 9-b Taylors

Key facts about Chinmaya Vidyalaya, Tapovanam 9-b Taylors

Key facts
Founded
1968
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
VIJAYA dEVANATHAN
Affiliation #
1930025
Address
TAPOVANAM 9-B TAYLORS ROAD KILPAUK CHENNAI TAMIL NADU, Tapovanam 9-b Taylors, Chennai, Tamilnadu, 600010

Chinmaya Vidyalaya, Tapovanam 9-b Taylors is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1968, located in Chennai, Tamilnadu.

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