HOD English
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD English
- School
- Fakir Mohan Residential School
- City
- Balasore
- State
- Odisha
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Senior Secondary
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹8.2L – ₹23.0L per year
- Experience
- 7–12 years
- Posted
- 4 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 30 Jul 2026
HOD English salary in Balasore — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
State-board private schools sit at the lower end; government schools follow published pay scales.
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Job description
Overview
Fakir Mohan Residential School in Balasore, Odisha is on the lookout for a HOD English. The school values educators who care about classroom culture as much as curriculum delivery. Fakir Mohan Residential School, established 2018, runs as a senior secondary campus in Balasore, Odisha — a State Board-affiliated school. The school believes a strong campus is built on its teachers and works to be a place where faculty want to stay. 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. 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. What we offer:
- Competitive, on-time salary (₹8.2 LPA – ₹23.0 LPA).
- Defined working hours aligned with the school timetable.
- Investment in your growth — training, mentorship, peer learning.
- A respectful work environment focused on outcomes.
- Access to school resources, libraries, labs, and digital tools. Click Apply at the top of this page to share your profile with Fakir Mohan Residential School. Suitable applicants are contacted directly to schedule the next round of conversations.
Common questions about this role
What is the average HOD English salary in Balasore?
Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, HOD English pay in Balasore varies with years of experience (each 3-year block adds roughly 15-25%), board (IB > CBSE > state), and school size — the linked full pay report breaks these out further.
What qualifications are required for a HOD English?
Most HOD English roles require a relevant Bachelor's/Master's in the subject plus a B.Ed (or equivalent teacher-training qualification). Specific board requirements (CTET, IB workshops, IGCSE training) may also apply.
How will I know if my application is being reviewed?
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How do I make a resume for a STATE BOARD HOD English job?
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Is the salary CTC or in-hand?
Most Indian schools quote annual CTC. In-hand is typically 85–90% of CTC after PF, professional tax and (where applicable) income tax — exact deductions are confirmed at offer stage.
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
Most schools review applications within 5–10 working days. If you don't hear back in two weeks, the role has usually been filled or paused — keep applying to similar openings in the meantime.
Can I negotiate the salary at Fakir Mohan Residential School?
Yes — the band shown is a starting point. Schools consider your last-drawn CTC, teaching experience, board expertise (state-board) and any specialist skills. Come prepared with a specific number and a 1-line justification.
Where can I find similar vacancies?
Scroll to the "Similar jobs" section below to see related openings. You can also browse by city (Balasore), role and board on School Jobs India to compare options side by side.
How much experience do I need for this HOD English role?
Refer to the experience range posted on this page. If you're close to the minimum, apply with a strong demo lesson plan or portfolio — many schools flex by ±1 year for the right candidate.
When are increments and bonuses given?
Annual increments are usually announced in March/April, alongside the new academic year. Performance-linked bonuses vary by school — some pay a one-month festive bonus, others none.
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Key facts about Fakir Mohan Residential School
- Founded
- 2018
- Board
- State Board
- Type
- Senior Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 30:1
Fakir Mohan Residential School is a senior secondary affiliated to State Board, established in 2018, located in Balasore, Odisha. Classes follow a 30:1 student–teacher ratio.
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