HOD English
at Holy Cross Hr.sec. School. · Raipur · Apply in under 60 seconds.
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD English
- School
- Holy Cross Hr.sec. School.
- City
- Raipur
- State
- Chattisgarh
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹8.4L – ₹15L per year
- Experience
- 7–9 years
- Posted
- 21 May 2026
- Closing date
- 19 Jul 2026
HOD English salary in Raipur — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
HOD English
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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.
Job description
Overview
An opening for a HOD English in Raipur, Chattisgarh at Holy Cross Hr.sec. School.. The school is expanding its team for the new session and welcomes both experienced and high-potential candidates. School profile: Holy Cross Hr.sec. School. in Raipur, Chattisgarh — a senior secondary setup, established 1963, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Recognised for structured academic planning, regular parent engagement, and a deliberate culture of student mentorship. Context: the HOD English reports into the Principal and works alongside other senior leaders. The role carries academic and operational responsibilities and is central to the school's day-to-day functioning. 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. Ideal candidate — you have:
- 8+ years in school education with leadership exposure.
- Direct experience running a section, department, or full school.
- A point of view on good teaching, good assessments, and good schools.
- Patience to coach and firmness to enforce standards.
- Strong personal organisation across multiple workstreams. Benefits and culture:
- Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹8.4 LPA – ₹15.2 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. Click Apply at the top of this page to share your profile with Holy Cross Hr.sec. 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 Raipur?
Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to HOD English roles in Raipur. As a rough anchor, city tier and board affiliation move the number by 20-40% — IB and Cambridge schools sit at the top, state-board privates at the base.
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.
Is the salary CTC or in-hand?
Schools quote CTC by default. In-hand depends on PF (12% employee share), professional tax, and your tax slab — ask HR for a sample salary structure before accepting.
What arrangements are there for women teachers' commute and safety?
Most reputable schools in Raipur run staff transport (bus or shared cab) covering the main residential clusters, with women-first drop after evening duties. On-campus, ICC (Internal Complaints Committee) compliance is standard. Confirm the route map and the last drop time during the interview.
What questions are asked in a HOD English interview?
Typical rounds cover self-introduction, why teaching, classroom-management scenarios, subject/syllabus knowledge, and one differentiation scenario. Scroll to "Interview questions & answers" below for six sample questions with model answers tuned for HOD English roles in Raipur.
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.
How do I write an application email for this HOD English role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "HOD English application — Holy Cross Hr.sec. School."; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Holy Cross Hr.sec. School. and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Holy Cross Hr.sec. School. follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
What's the interview process like for this teaching role?
Typical schools run a screening call → a demo class (15–30 minutes for the relevant grade) → a panel interview with the Principal/HOD. Some boards also ask for a written response or a sample lesson plan.
What non-teaching duties are expected?
Beyond teaching periods you'll typically own a homeroom, run one club/activity, support exam logistics, and contribute to one school-wide initiative each term.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 3
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Holy Cross Hr.sec. School.
Key facts about Holy Cross Hr.sec. School.
- Founded
- 1963
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- SISTER MARIA DIAS
- Affiliation #
- 3330121
Holy Cross Hr.sec. School. is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1963, located in Raipur, Chattisgarh.
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