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HOD English

at Doon Valley Public School · Dehradun · Apply in under 60 seconds.

₹10.4L – ₹11.4L / yr7–10 yrsCloses 17 Aug
Dehradun, Uttarakhandfull-timePosted 13d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary

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Key facts

Role
HOD English
School
Doon Valley Public School
City
Dehradun
State
Uttarakhand
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹10.4L – ₹11.4L per year
Experience
7–10 years
Posted
21 Jun 2026
Closing date
17 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD English salary in Dehradun — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹10.4L
per year
Typical
₹10.9L
per year
Senior / high
₹11.4L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

How to apply

Apply for HOD English at Doon Valley Public School

Send your CV as a PDF. A short cover note in the email body helps.

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 Valley Public School invites applications for a HOD English in Dehradun, Uttarakhand. The role is integral to our academic calendar, with reasonable workload and clear deliverables. School profile: Doon Valley Public School in Dehradun, Uttarakhand — a senior secondary setup, established 1982, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Recognised for structured academic planning, regular parent engagement, and a deliberate culture of student mentorship. 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. 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. Candidate requirements:
  • Senior educator with a balanced view of academics and operations.
  • Proven ability to mentor teachers and improve outcomes over time.
  • Strong stakeholder management — board, parents, regulators, vendors.
  • Comfortable with data — assessments, attendance, faculty metrics.
  • A long-term thinker who can also execute well in the short term. Perks and culture:
  • Fair compensation with annual review (₹10.4 LPA – ₹11.4 LPA).
  • Stable, full-time engagement with a clear academic calendar.
  • Regular PD through internal and external programmes.
  • A working culture that takes faculty wellbeing seriously.
  • A school that genuinely cares about student outcomes. Submit your application here so Doon Valley Public School can shortlist you alongside the active pool. Strong profiles move to a brief teaching demo and a discussion with the academic head.

Common questions about this role

What is the leave policy?

Schools usually offer 10–18 leaves per year on top of public/school holidays. Earned-leave encashment policies vary — check the offer letter.

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.

Is English fluency required?

Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.

Will I get PF and statutory benefits?

Most registered schools enrol staff in EPF from day one and pay statutory gratuity. ESI cover applies if your gross is within the eligibility limit at joining.

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.

Are detailed lesson plans expected?

Most schools expect weekly lesson plans submitted to the coordinator/HOD, plus unit plans at the start of each term. Templates are usually provided.

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.

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Can I negotiate the salary at Doon Valley Public School?

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.

What non-teaching duties are expected?

Beyond teaching periods you'll typically own a homeroom, run one club/activity, support exam logistics, and contribute to one school-wide initiative each term.

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About the school

Doon Valley Public School

Key facts about Doon Valley Public School

Key facts
Founded
1982
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary
Student-teacher ratio
30:1
Address
Garhi Cantonment, Kaulagarh, Dehradun, Garhi Cantonment, Kaulagarh, Dehradun, Dehradun, Uttarakhand, 248015

Doon Valley Public School was born out of the need to provide passionate nurturing and Holistic, moral based secure ambience. The school was started on 2nd April 1982 by our Late. Founder Shri. G.R. Shimal and his wife Mrs. Chandra Prabha Shimal. With a handful of children, and determined staff we have evolved into a full fledged school of repute.

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