HOD English
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD English
- School
- Jaigopal Garodia Vivekananda Vidyalaya, Avadi-poonamallee Road Vivekananda
- City
- Chennai
- State
- Tamilnadu
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Contract
- Salary
- ₹10.7L – ₹14.9L per year
- Experience
- 6–8 years
- Posted
- 23 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 16 Aug 2026
HOD English salary in Chennai — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
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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 45+ years.
Job description
Overview
Applications are open for a HOD English at Jaigopal Garodia Vivekananda Vidyalaya, Avadi-poonamallee Road Vivekananda in Chennai, Tamilnadu. The role is full-time, aligned with the school's published academic and assessment calendar. About Jaigopal Garodia Vivekananda Vidyalaya, Avadi-poonamallee Road Vivekananda in Chennai, Tamilnadu: a senior secondary institution, established 1981, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Known locally for steady academic delivery, a stable faculty base, and a balanced mix of academics, sports, and the arts. About the role: the HOD English is a senior position blending academic leadership with operational ownership — running reviews, mentoring teachers, handling escalations, and representing the school externally. 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. 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. Compensation and environment:
- Salary structured fairly across roles (₹10.7 LPA – ₹14.9 LPA).
- A calendar that respects academic delivery and personal time.
- Internal training, peer observation, and external workshops.
- A calm, professional, student-centred campus culture.
- Real backing from the leadership team when it matters. Submit your application here so Jaigopal Garodia Vivekananda Vidyalaya, Avadi-poonamallee Road Vivekananda can shortlist you alongside the active pool. Strong profiles move to a brief teaching demo and a discussion with the academic head.
Common questions about this role
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 Chennai.
Is this a remote / work-from-home opportunity?
School roles are on-site by default — classroom teaching and student supervision require physical presence. Online tutoring openings are tagged separately on School Jobs India.
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.
Will I get PF and statutory benefits?
Most registered schools enrol staff in EPF from day one and pay statutory gratuity. ESI cover applies if your gross is within the eligibility limit at joining.
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.
How do I write an application email for this HOD English role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "HOD English application — Jaigopal Garodia Vivekananda Vidyalaya, Avadi-poonamallee Road Vivekananda"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Jaigopal Garodia Vivekananda Vidyalaya, Avadi-poonamallee Road Vivekananda and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
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 will I know if my application is being reviewed?
You'll get a status notification on School Jobs India (and by email) each time the school updates your application — Shortlisted, Interviewing, Offered or Not selected. Sign in and open "My applications" to see the timeline anytime.
What is the salary for this HOD English role?
The salary band is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Final offers depend on your years of experience, qualifications and the interview outcome.
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.
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Key facts about Jaigopal Garodia Vivekananda Vidyalaya, Avadi-poonamallee Road Vivekananda
- Founded
- 1981
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- SYLASREE VASUNATH
- Affiliation #
- 1930129
Jaigopal Garodia Vivekananda Vidyalaya, Avadi-poonamallee Road Vivekananda is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1981, located in Chennai, Tamilnadu.
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