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HOD English

₹9.8L – ₹17L / yr6–9 yrsCloses 16 Jul 13 days left
East Sikkim, Sikkimfull-timePosted 32d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD English
School
Govt. Sr. Sec. School,, Makha
City
East Sikkim
State
Sikkim
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹9.8L – ₹17L per year
Experience
6–9 years
Posted
31 May 2026
Closing date
16 Jul 2026
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HOD English

at Govt. Sr. Sec. School,, Makha

13 days left

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  • 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

Govt. Sr. Sec. School, Makha in East Sikkim, Sikkim is inviting applications for a HOD English. The role sits inside the school's day-to-day academic delivery and reports into the section head. About Govt. Sr. Sec. School, Makha: a senior secondary institution in East Sikkim, Sikkim — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1950,. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. 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. Perks and culture:
  • Fair compensation with annual review (₹9.8 LPA – ₹17.3 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. Send your CV through this listing — no separate email is required for Govt. Sr. Sec. School, Makha. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.

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Is background verification done before joining?

Standard pre-joining checks cover qualification documents, prior employment, and reference calls. Some larger groups also do criminal-record verification.

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.

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 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.

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About the school

Govt. Sr. Sec. School,, Makha

Key facts about Govt. Sr. Sec. School,, Makha

Key facts
Founded
1950
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
SARITA PRADHAN
Affiliation #
1820105
Address
MAKHA EAST SIKKIM, Makha, East Sikkim, Sikkim, 737135

Govt. Sr. Sec. School,, Makha is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1950, located in East Sikkim, Sikkim.

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