HOD English — DSB International School Opening — DSB International School, Mumbai
DSB International SchoolKey facts
- Role
- HOD English — DSB International School
- School
- DSB International School
- City
- Mumbai
- State
- Maharashtra
- Board
- IGCSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹12L – ₹15L per year
- Experience
- 7–9 years
- Posted
- 6 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
DSB International School, a IGCSE school in Mumbai, 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: From the beginning, DSB has embraced children of different nationalities, religions and cultures. Today, DSB International School has a diverse community of students from more than 30 different nations from countries such as Switzerland, Japan, Italy, and Brazil, as well as a cohort of teachers from more than 7 different countries. We are the oldest international school in Mumbai with some of the most modern facilities.
Common questions about this role
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.
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.
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.
Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?
For most K-12 teaching positions in India a B.Ed (or NIOS D.El.Ed for primary) is preferred and often required by board affiliations. Some pre-primary and special-skill roles accept relevant certification in lieu.
Do staff get fee concession for their children?
Many established schools offer 50–100% tuition concession for the children of full-time staff, subject to admission criteria. Confirm specifics in the offer letter.
About DSB International School
From the beginning, DSB has embraced children of different nationalities, religions and cultures. Today, DSB International School has a diverse community of students from more than 30 different nations from countries such as Switzerland, Japan, Italy, and Brazil, as well as a cohort of teachers from more than 7 different countries. We are the oldest international school in Mumbai with some of the most modern facilities.
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