HOD English — Dominic Savio Matriculation Higher Secondary School Vacancy at Dominic Savio Matriculation Higher Secondary School, Chennai
Dominic Savio Matriculation Higher Secondary SchoolKey facts
- Role
- HOD English — Dominic Savio Matriculation Higher Secondary School
- School
- Dominic Savio Matriculation Higher Secondary School
- City
- Chennai
- State
- Tamil Nadu
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹5.0L – ₹6.8L per year
- Experience
- 6–8 years
- Posted
- 3 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Chennai, Tamil Nadu — a fresh opening for a HOD English — Dominic Savio Matriculation Higher Secondary School at Dominic Savio Matriculation Higher Secondary School. Curriculum: STATE BOARD. The school has been running for 67+ years. Hit Apply to share your CV with the school. Strong applicants are typically contacted within a week.
Dominic Savio Matriculation Higher Secondary School, a State Board school in Chennai, 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: Dominic Savio Matriculation Higher Secondary School is a State Board Day School in Mylapore, Chennai.
What you'll handle as a HOD English — Dominic Savio Matriculation Higher Secondary School
Drive subject excellence: peer-observe teachers, build resource banks, lead subject enrichment, and represent the department in academic council.
Working in a STATE BOARD school
Working in a state-board setting means following the state curriculum, term plans and local examination patterns.
Working conditions
Day-school setup: regular school hours, scheduled events and standard term breaks.
About teaching in Chennai
Chennai schools span Matriculation, CBSE, ICSE and IB, with strong English-medium demand across the city.
Common questions about this role
What does a typical day look like?
School days usually run 7.5–8 hours with 5–6 teaching periods, plus prep, lunch and one or two non-teaching duties (homework checks, library, club). Saturdays vary by school.
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 salary for this HOD English — Dominic Savio Matriculation Higher Secondary School role?
The salary band is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Final offers depend on your years of experience, qualifications and the interview outcome.
How much experience do I need for this HOD English — Dominic Savio Matriculation Higher Secondary School role?
The required experience is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Schools also consider relevant internships, board-prep training and student-teaching when evaluating early-career candidates.
What qualifications are required for a HOD English — Dominic Savio Matriculation Higher Secondary School?
Most HOD English — Dominic Savio Matriculation Higher Secondary School 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.
About Dominic Savio Matriculation Higher Secondary School
Dominic Savio Matriculation Higher Secondary School is a day school affiliated to State Board, established in 1959, located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu.
Dominic Savio Matriculation Higher Secondary School is a State Board Day School in Mylapore, Chennai.
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