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HOD English

at Doon International School · Amritsar · Apply in under 60 seconds.

₹9.3L – ₹15L / yr6–8 yrsCloses 7 Sept
Amritsar, Punjabfull-timePosted 4d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD English
School
Doon International School
City
Amritsar
State
Punjab
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹9.3L – ₹15L per year
Experience
6–8 years
Posted
29 Jun 2026
Closing date
7 Sept 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD English salary in Amritsar — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹9.3L
per year
Typical
₹12L
per year
Senior / high
₹15L
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.
  • Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Doon International School is hiring a HOD English in Amritsar, Punjab. A full-time role — a CBSE-affiliated school, with structured planning time and clear academic deliverables. Doon International School in Amritsar, Punjab functions as a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2019,. The leadership team is closely involved in academic planning and faculty support, with a sharp focus on classroom impact. What the role looks like: the HOD English owns outcomes for the assigned section/portfolio — academic quality, faculty development, parent engagement, and student wellbeing — and contributes to the school's strategic plans. 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. Compensation and environment:
  • Salary structured fairly across roles (₹9.3 LPA – ₹15.3 LPA).
  • A calendar that respects academic delivery and personal time.
  • Internal training, peer observation, and external workshops.
  • A calm, professional, student-centred campus culture.
  • Real backing from the leadership team when it matters. Send your CV through this listing — no separate email is required for Doon International School. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.

Common questions about this role

How do I apply for this HOD English vacancy?

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Do I have to work weekends?

Most day schools follow a 6-day or 5.5-day week with Sundays off. Occasional Saturdays may go to events, parent meetings, or PD sessions.

What is the average HOD English salary in Amritsar?

Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to HOD English roles in Amritsar. 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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Is this a remote / work-from-home opportunity?

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I'm serving notice — should I still apply?

Absolutely — schools regularly hire candidates on notice. Be upfront about your release date so interview scheduling and the offer timeline can be aligned.

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.

What arrangements are there for women teachers' commute and safety?

Most reputable schools in Amritsar run staff transport (bus or shared cab) covering the main residential clusters, with women-first drop after evening duties. On-campus, ICC (Internal Complaints Committee) compliance is standard. Confirm the route map and the last drop time during the interview.

What's the interview process like for this teaching role?

Typical schools run a screening call → a demo class (15–30 minutes for the relevant grade) → a panel interview with the Principal/HOD. Some boards also ask for a written response or a sample lesson plan.

Is accommodation provided?

Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.

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About the school

Doon International School

Key facts about Doon International School

Key facts
Founded
2019
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
Dhvani Boparai
Affiliation #
1631303
Address
VERKA BYPASS, AMRITSAR, Verka Bypass, Amritsar, Punjab, 143001

Doon International School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2019, located in Amritsar, Punjab.

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