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HOD English

₹10L – ₹13L / yr6–9 yrsCloses 30 Jul 27 days left
Thiruvallur, Tamilnadufull-timePosted 20d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD English
School
Devi Academy
City
Thiruvallur
State
Tamilnadu
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹10L – ₹13L per year
Experience
6–9 years
Posted
12 Jun 2026
Closing date
30 Jul 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD English salary in Thiruvallur — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹10.3L
per year
Typical
₹11.5L
per year
Senior / high
₹12.7L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD English

at Devi Academy

27 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 invited for a HOD English at Devi Academy in Thiruvallur, Tamilnadu. A long-term, full-time engagement aligned with the school's commitment to consistent delivery. Devi Academy, established 1989, is a senior secondary campus in Thiruvallur, Tamilnadu — 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. Day to day, you will:

  • Run faculty meetings, academic reviews, and section-level planning.
  • Observe classes, give actionable feedback, follow up on teacher development.
  • Approve calendars, assessment papers, and major parent communication.
  • Engage with leadership on hiring, budgets, and infrastructure needs.
  • Spend time on the floor — corridors, classrooms, labs — to read the school accurately. 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. Benefits at a glance:
  • Market-aligned salary (₹10.3 LPA – ₹12.7 LPA).
  • Structured working hours with adequate planning time.
  • Investment in teacher and staff development across the year.
  • A workplace built on clarity and professional respect.
  • Long-term career growth at a school invested in its people. Apply now using this listing, and your CV reaches the Devi Academy hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.

Common questions about this role

How big are the classes?

Class sizes in Indian K-12 schools usually fall in the 25–40 student range. Premium IB/IGCSE schools often cap sections at 22–25.

Is there a probation period?

Yes — a 3 to 6 month probation is standard in K-12 schools across India. Benefits like PF and gratuity continue to accrue from day one regardless.

What questions are asked in a HOD English interview?

Typical rounds cover self-introduction, why teaching, classroom-management scenarios, subject/syllabus knowledge, and one differentiation scenario. Scroll to "Interview questions & answers" below for six sample questions with model answers tuned for HOD English roles in Thiruvallur.

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

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

When are increments and bonuses given?

Most schools run yearly increments tied to the academic calendar (April cycle). Bonus structure depends on the school — confirm in writing before accepting the offer.

What is the average HOD English salary in Thiruvallur?

Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to HOD English roles in Thiruvallur. As a rough anchor, city tier and board affiliation move the number by 20-40% — IB and Cambridge schools sit at the top, state-board privates at the base.

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About the school

Devi Academy

Key facts about Devi Academy

Key facts
Founded
1989
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
DEEPA SHRIRAM
Affiliation #
1930130
Address
NO.1/E-I ALAPPAKKAM ROAD VALASARAVAKKAM CHENNAI TAMIL NADU, No.1/e-i Alappakkam Road, Thiruvallur, Tamilnadu, 600087

Devi Academy is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1989, located in Thiruvallur, Tamilnadu.

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