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HOD English

at Delhi Public School · Indore · Apply in under 60 seconds.

₹11L – ₹14L / yr7–10 yrsCloses 8 Aug
Indore, Madhya PradeshcontractPosted 18d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD English
School
Delhi Public School
City
Indore
State
Madhya Pradesh
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Contract
Salary
₹11L – ₹14L per year
Experience
7–10 years
Posted
15 Jun 2026
Closing date
8 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD English salary in Indore — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹11L
per year
Typical
₹12L
per year
Senior / high
₹14L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

How to apply

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Why apply

  • Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
  • CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
  • Established school — running for 23+ years.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a HOD English to join Delhi Public School in Indore, Madhya Pradesh. You will work alongside an experienced team that takes student outcomes seriously. About the institution: Delhi Public School in Indore, Madhya Pradesh — a senior secondary setup, established 2003, — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school invests consistently in academic resources, classroom technology, and a culture of professional respect. Role: as HOD English, you work closely with the Principal on academic and operational decisions — leading a section/team, driving teacher development, overseeing assessments, and holding the line on standards. 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. Benefits and culture:
  • Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹10.7 LPA – ₹13.8 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. Submit your application here so Delhi Public School can shortlist you alongside the active pool. Strong profiles move to a brief teaching demo and a discussion with the academic head.

Common questions about this role

Which curriculum does the school follow?

Delhi Public School follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.

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.

Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?

Yes, for board-affiliated school teaching roles a B.Ed is generally required. Exceptions exist for very experienced subject experts and for play-school/early-years specialists.

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.

Is there a probation period?

Most schools run a 3–6 month probation with the same salary as confirmation. Confirmation is typically subject to satisfactory performance reviews and document verification.

Are meals provided at school?

Most schools offer a subsidised staff canteen or a daily mid-morning snack and lunch. Boarding schools typically include all meals for residential staff.

How will I know if my application is being reviewed?

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How much experience do I need for this HOD English role?

Refer to the experience range posted on this page. If you're close to the minimum, apply with a strong demo lesson plan or portfolio — many schools flex by ±1 year for the right candidate.

What is the salary for this HOD English role?

Refer to the salary range posted on this page. Most schools negotiate within this band based on your last drawn CTC and relevant experience.

What questions are asked in a HOD English interview?

Panels usually ask about your teaching philosophy, a demo lesson walkthrough, how you handle discipline and parents, and syllabus familiarity. See the "Interview questions & answers" section on this page for six of the most common ones and how to answer them.

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About the school

Delhi Public School

Key facts about Delhi Public School

Key facts
Founded
2003
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
Mr. Parminder Chopra
Affiliation #
1030176
Address
PIPLIA KUMAR NEPANIA ROAD NEAR WATER WORLD NEPANIA INDORE MADHYA PRADESH, Piplia Kumar Nepania, Indore, Madhya Pradesh, 452016

Delhi Public School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2003, located in Indore, Madhya Pradesh.

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