HOD English
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD English
- School
- Govt SR SEC School, Sector-20 D
- City
- Chandigarh
- State
- Chandigarh
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Contract
- Salary
- ₹12L – ₹26L per year
- Experience
- 6–8 years
- Posted
- 16 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 7 Aug 2026
HOD English
at Govt SR SEC School, Sector-20 D
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Why apply
- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Established school — running for 70+ years.
Job description
Overview
Govt SR SEC School, Sector-20 D in Chandigarh, Chandigarh is seeking a HOD English who brings both subject depth and a student-first approach. The school invests heavily in teacher development. About the institution: Govt SR SEC School, Sector-20 D in Chandigarh, Chandigarh — a senior secondary setup, established 1956, — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school invests consistently in academic resources, classroom technology, and a culture of professional respect. 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. Day to day, you will:
- Run faculty meetings, academic reviews, and section-level planning.
- Observe classes, give actionable feedback, follow up on teacher development.
- Approve calendars, assessment papers, and major parent communication.
- Engage with leadership on hiring, budgets, and infrastructure needs.
- Spend time on the floor — corridors, classrooms, labs — to read the school accurately. 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. Benefits and culture:
- Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹12.0 LPA – ₹26.3 LPA).
- Structured calendar with reasonable workload expectations.
- Professional development through workshops and internal training.
- A collaborative staff culture with clear leadership backing.
- Stable, full-time employment at a settled school. Complete your application through this page with your latest CV and references. The recruitment desk at Govt SR SEC School, Sector-20 D reviews every profile that arrives via the platform.
Common questions about this role
What is the salary for this HOD English role?
Refer to the salary range posted on this page. Most schools negotiate within this band based on your last drawn CTC and relevant experience.
Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?
Yes, for board-affiliated school teaching roles a B.Ed is generally required. Exceptions exist for very experienced subject experts and for play-school/early-years specialists.
Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Schools generally require lesson plans aligned to the syllabus and pacing calendar. Coordinators review them weekly or fortnightly.
What's the interview process like for this teaching role?
Most schools have 2–3 rounds: an HR call, a demo lesson, then a leadership interview. Be ready to walk through one of your lesson plans and how you handle classroom management.
Will I get PF and statutory benefits?
Yes — established schools provide EPF (Provident Fund) and gratuity (after 5 years), and most also provide ESI for staff under the wage threshold. Specifics are spelled out in the offer letter.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 3
Govt SR SEC School, Sector-20 D
Key facts about Govt SR SEC School, Sector-20 D
- Founded
- 1956
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- MANMOHAN SINGH
- Affiliation #
- 2620011
Govt SR SEC School, Sector-20 D is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1956, located in Chandigarh, Chandigarh.
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