HOD English
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD English
- School
- Govt. Co-ed Sarvodaya Vidyalaya , Sarojini Nagar New Delhi
- City
- South West Delhi
- State
- Delhi
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹9.7L – ₹12.3L per year
- Experience
- 6–8 years
- Posted
- 19 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 16 Aug 2026
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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
Join Govt. Co-ed Sarvodaya Vidyalaya , Sarojini Nagar New Delhi in South West Delhi, Delhi as our next HOD English. The school invests in its faculty and runs a calm, well-organised academic calendar. About Govt. Co-ed Sarvodaya Vidyalaya , Sarojini Nagar New Delhi in South West Delhi, Delhi: a senior secondary institution, established 1962, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Known locally for steady academic delivery, a stable faculty base, and a balanced mix of academics, sports, and the arts. Role: as HOD English, you work closely with the Principal on academic and operational decisions — leading a section/team, driving teacher development, overseeing assessments, and holding the line on standards. 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. 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. Benefits at a glance:
- Market-aligned salary (₹9.7 LPA – ₹12.3 LPA).
- Structured working hours with adequate planning time.
- Investment in teacher and staff development across the year.
- A workplace built on clarity and professional respect.
- Long-term career growth at a school invested in its people. Submit your application on this page and Govt. Co-ed Sarvodaya Vidyalaya , Sarojini Nagar New Delhi will weigh your candidacy for the opening. Next steps usually include a short demo class and a panel discussion.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
How do I write an application email for this HOD English role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "HOD English application — Govt. Co-ed Sarvodaya Vidyalaya , Sarojini Nagar New Delhi"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Govt. Co-ed Sarvodaya Vidyalaya , Sarojini Nagar New Delhi and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
Is this a remote / work-from-home opportunity?
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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.
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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.
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Key facts about Govt. Co-ed Sarvodaya Vidyalaya , Sarojini Nagar New Delhi
- Founded
- 1962
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- HITENDER YADAV
- Affiliation #
- 2754049
Govt. Co-ed Sarvodaya Vidyalaya , Sarojini Nagar New Delhi is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1962, located in South West Delhi, Delhi.
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