HOD English
at Eklavya Model Residential School, Dhanrabhata · Kalahandi · Apply in under 60 seconds.
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD English
- School
- Eklavya Model Residential School, Dhanrabhata
- City
- Kalahandi
- State
- Odisha
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹9.5L – ₹12L per year
- Experience
- 5–10 years
- Posted
- 26 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 3 Sept 2026
HOD English salary in Kalahandi — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
HOD English
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- 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
Eklavya Model Residential School, Dhanrabhata is looking for a HOD English in Kalahandi, Odisha to strengthen its academic team. The school encourages peer observation and continuous professional learning. Eklavya Model Residential School, Dhanrabhata, established 2020, runs as a senior secondary campus in Kalahandi, Odisha — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school believes a strong campus is built on its teachers and works to be a place where faculty want to stay. 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. Core responsibilities:
- Lead and inspire a high-performing academic team.
- Maintain standards through reviews, observations, and structured feedback.
- Drive the assessment, reporting, and parent communication cycle.
- Manage disciplinary cases, parent escalations, and staff conflicts.
- Contribute to the school's strategic priorities as part of the leadership group. 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. Why join us:
- Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹9.5 LPA – ₹12.1 LPA).
- Reasonable workload with planned holidays per the calendar.
- Real ownership of your subject/function from day one.
- A leadership team that listens, supports, and gives credit.
- A campus that respects educators as professionals. Apply through the platform using the button above; your profile lands with Eklavya Model Residential School, Dhanrabhata instantly. Candidates who meet the brief are invited for interviews within the week.
Common questions about this role
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.
What arrangements are there for women teachers' commute and safety?
Most reputable schools in Kalahandi 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Where exactly is Eklavya Model Residential School, Dhanrabhata located?
The school is in Kalahandi, Odisha. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
Is the salary CTC or in-hand?
Schools quote CTC by default. In-hand depends on PF (12% employee share), professional tax, and your tax slab — ask HR for a sample salary structure before accepting.
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 average HOD English salary in Kalahandi?
Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to HOD English roles in Kalahandi. 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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Key facts about Eklavya Model Residential School, Dhanrabhata
- Founded
- 2020
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- DEBADATTA SAHU
- Affiliation #
- 1520421
Eklavya Model Residential School, Dhanrabhata is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2020, located in Kalahandi, Odisha.
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