HOD English
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD English
- School
- Doon Intl School Educational Society
- City
- Dehradun
- State
- Uttarakhand
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹8.3L – ₹20.3L per year
- Experience
- 6–11 years
- Posted
- 24 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 23 Aug 2026
HOD English salary in Dehradun — snapshot
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Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
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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.
Job description
Overview
Doon Intl School Educational Society in Dehradun, Uttarakhand is seeking a HOD English who brings both subject depth and a student-first approach. The school invests heavily in teacher development. Doon Intl School Educational Society, established 1993, is a senior secondary campus in Dehradun, Uttarakhand — a CBSE-affiliated school. Day-to-day work is anchored in curriculum maps, defined assessment cycles, and faculty review built into the calendar. Details: a high-ownership leadership role. The HOD English leads by example in classrooms, faculty meetings, and parent interactions, while keeping the school's long-term direction in view. Responsibilities:
- Lead the assigned section/department on academic and operational matters.
- Mentor teachers through observation, feedback, and development plans.
- Oversee assessment cycles, result analysis, and improvement plans.
- Handle parent escalations professionally and represent the school externally.
- Drive a culture of academic rigour, discipline, and student wellbeing. Requirements:
- Master's degree with a relevant teaching qualification (B.Ed./M.Ed. preferred).
- Significant classroom experience plus years in coordination/leadership.
- Calm, confident judgement with students, parents, and staff.
- Clear writing for academic plans, reports, and parent communication.
- A track record of building and retaining strong teaching teams. Benefits and culture:
- Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹8.3 LPA – ₹20.3 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. Complete your application via the button on this listing so Doon Intl School Educational Society receives your details directly. Matching profiles are shortlisted promptly and contacted by the academic office.
Common questions about this role
Does Doon Intl School Educational Society help with relocation from another city?
Relocation support varies by school. Residential campuses often include free accommodation and meals; day schools may offer a one-time shifting allowance or help with local rental scouting. Confirm the specifics in writing before you accept.
How long after the interview until I get an offer letter?
Most schools issue a written offer within 3–7 working days of the final round. If you don't hear back in 10 days, a quick polite follow-up via the "Message employer" button on this HOD English listing is usually welcome.
Can I negotiate the salary at Doon Intl School Educational Society?
Most schools have a defined band per role but the final number is negotiable within it. The strongest levers are recent teaching experience, board expertise, and willingness to take on coordinator/extra-curricular responsibilities.
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 kind of professional development is offered?
Most schools run weekly/monthly in-house PD sessions on pedagogy and assessment. Funded external workshops (board-specific or subject-specific) are offered to teachers in good standing.
Is English fluency required?
Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.
Is accommodation provided?
Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.
How do I write an application email for this HOD English role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "HOD English application — Doon Intl School Educational Society"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Doon Intl School Educational Society and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
How much experience do I need for this HOD English 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.
Is school transport available for staff?
Many schools offer staff bus service on their main routes, either free or at a nominal fee. Availability depends on whether your home is near a school route — confirm with HR.
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- 1
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Key facts about Doon Intl School Educational Society
- Founded
- 1993
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- DR DINESH BARTWAL
- Affiliation #
- 3530069
Doon Intl School Educational Society is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1993, located in Dehradun, Uttarakhand.
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