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HOD English

₹13L – ₹23L / yr5–10 yrsCloses 2 Aug 30 days left
West Sikkim, Sikkimfull-timePosted 34d ago
CBSE
Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD English
School
Government Secondary School, Mukurung
City
West Sikkim
State
Sikkim
Board
CBSE
School type
Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹13L – ₹23L per year
Experience
5–10 years
Posted
30 May 2026
Closing date
2 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD English salary in West Sikkim — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹12.8L
per year
Typical
₹17.8L
per year
Senior / high
₹22.9L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD English

at Government Secondary School, Mukurung

30 days left

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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.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Government Secondary School, Mukurung invites applications for a HOD English in West Sikkim, Sikkim. The role is integral to our academic calendar, with reasonable workload and clear deliverables. About Government Secondary School, Mukurung: a secondary institution in West Sikkim, Sikkim — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1955,. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. 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. What you will do:

  • Own academic outcomes for the assigned portfolio.
  • Coach teachers, especially those in their first few years.
  • Drive disciplined execution of the academic and assessment calendar.
  • Represent the school in academic forums and audits.
  • Work with the Principal on medium-term plans. 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. Perks and culture:
  • Fair compensation with annual review (₹12.8 LPA – ₹22.9 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. Complete your application via the button on this listing so Government Secondary School, Mukurung receives your details directly. Matching profiles are shortlisted promptly and contacted by the academic office.

Common questions about this role

When does the school want the joining date to be?

Most school roles aim for a joining around the start of the next academic month or term. Once shortlisted, the school will agree a realistic date based on your notice period.

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.

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.

Are meals provided at school?

Subsidised tea/snacks are common; full meals depend on the school. Boarding schools usually provide meals as part of the package for resident staff.

What does a typical day look like?

School days usually run 7.5–8 hours with 5–6 teaching periods, plus prep, lunch and one or two non-teaching duties (homework checks, library, club). Saturdays vary by school.

How do I make a resume for a CBSE HOD English job?

Lead with a two-line headline (role + years of experience), then Education, Certifications (B.Ed, CTET, board-specific PD), Experience with 3-4 bullet outcomes per school (results, class sizes, projects), and one line each for co-curricular, tech tools and languages. Keep to one page and use the free School Jobs India resume builder for a school-style layout.

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.

Who fits

Requirements & role details

Role details

Vacancies
2
About the school

Government Secondary School, Mukurung

Key facts about Government Secondary School, Mukurung

Key facts
Founded
1955
Board
CBSE
Type
Secondary Level
Principal
LEELA HANG SUBBA
Affiliation #
1820161
Address
MUKURUNG, P.O. DENTAM BAZAR, WEST SIKKIM, Mukurung, West Sikkim, Sikkim, 737122

Government Secondary School, Mukurung is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1955, located in West Sikkim, Sikkim.

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