Dodanna Vidya Samsthe is hiring a HOD English — Dodanna Vidya Samsthe in Bangalore

Dodanna Vidya Samsthe
Bangalore, Karnatakafull-time₹7.9L – ₹11L / yrState Board9–13 yrs expPosted 20d ago

Key facts

Role
HOD English — Dodanna Vidya Samsthe
School
Dodanna Vidya Samsthe
City
Bangalore
State
Karnataka
Board
State Board
School type
Day School
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹7.9L – ₹11L per year
Experience
9–13 years
Posted
3 Jun 2026
Closing date
18 Aug 2026
Day School
Est. 1981

Job description

Overview

Dodanna Vidya Samsthe, a State Board school in Bangalore, is hiring a HOD English.

Key responsibilities:

  • Lead the subject department and mentor teachers
  • Drive curriculum planning and assessment design
  • Monitor student academic outcomes
  • Coordinate with school leadership on academic matters

Requirements:

  • 5-12 years of relevant experience
  • Postgraduate in the subject with B.Ed; minimum 5 years of teaching

About the school: A protected space to grow and develop, to unfold and explore, a foothold to grip and fly…..DVS is a journey for the nascent. Dodanna Vidya Samsthe explains it as the “proper place on which to become attached and undergo the final metamorphosis.”

In this golden age of childhood, children need a protected place which shelters the vulnerable and allows them the space and the freedom to transform themselves to their full glory. Children are innocent beings, to be treated with utmost care and responsibility till the time they are strong enough to soar.

Common questions about this role

What does a typical day look like?

Most teachers handle 4–6 instructional periods a day, with the rest going to lesson planning, assessment correction, and a co-curricular duty.

When are increments and bonuses given?

Annual increments are usually announced in March/April, alongside the new academic year. Performance-linked bonuses vary by school — some pay a one-month festive bonus, others none.

Is school transport available for staff?

Staff transport varies. Larger schools with their own fleet usually allow staff onboarding on existing routes; smaller schools may not run dedicated routes.

Will I get PF and statutory benefits?

Yes — established schools provide EPF (Provident Fund) and gratuity (after 5 years), and most also provide ESI for staff under the wage threshold. Specifics are spelled out in the offer letter.

Where exactly is Dodanna Vidya Samsthe located?

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

About Dodanna Vidya Samsthe

A protected space to grow and develop, to unfold and explore, a foothold to grip and fly…..DVS is a journey for the nascent. Dodanna Vidya Samsthe explains it as the “proper place on which to become attached and undergo the final metamorphosis.” In this golden age of childhood, children need a protected place which shelters the vulnerable and allows them the space and the freedom to transform themselves to their full glory. Children are innocent beings, to be treated with utmost care and responsibility till the time they are strong enough to soar.

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Medical RoomTransportationAC ClassesWifiSmart ClassesPicnics and excursionMusicDramaDanceGardeningDebateCafeteria/Canteen

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