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HOD English

₹12L – ₹14L / yr6–8 yrsCloses 23 Jul 20 days left
Shimla, Himachal Pradeshfull-timePosted 36d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD English
School
D A V Public School, Duttnagar
City
Shimla
State
Himachal Pradesh
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹12L – ₹14L per year
Experience
6–8 years
Posted
27 May 2026
Closing date
23 Jul 2026
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HOD English

at D A V Public School, Duttnagar

20 days left

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  • 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

D A V Public School, Duttnagar is looking for a HOD English in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh to strengthen its academic team. The school encourages peer observation and continuous professional learning. D A V Public School, Duttnagar, established 2015, is a senior secondary campus in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh — a CBSE-affiliated school. Day-to-day work is anchored in curriculum maps, defined assessment cycles, and faculty review built into the calendar. Position: as HOD English, you are part of the school's leadership group. The role demands strong judgement, calm execution, and a clear point of view on what good schooling looks like. 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. Ideal candidate — you have:
  • 8+ years in school education with leadership exposure.
  • Direct experience running a section, department, or full school.
  • A point of view on good teaching, good assessments, and good schools.
  • Patience to coach and firmness to enforce standards.
  • Strong personal organisation across multiple workstreams. Perks and culture:
  • Fair compensation with annual review (₹12.4 LPA – ₹13.8 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 through the platform using the button above; your profile lands with D A V Public School, Duttnagar instantly. Candidates who meet the brief are invited for interviews within the week.

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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.

Where exactly is D A V Public School, Duttnagar located?

The school is in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.

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About the school

D A V Public School, Duttnagar

Key facts about D A V Public School, Duttnagar

Key facts
Founded
2015
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
MUKTA CHAUHAN
Affiliation #
630046
Address
DUTTNAGAR, RAMPUR DISTT SHIMLA, HIMACHAL PRADESH-172001, Duttnagar, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, 172001

D A V Public School, Duttnagar is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2015, located in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh.

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