HOD English
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD English
- School
- Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya
- City
- Visakhapatnam
- State
- Andhra Pradesh
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Contract
- Salary
- ₹8.0L – ₹21.4L per year
- Experience
- 5–9 years
- Posted
- 15 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 31 Jul 2026
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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 39+ years.
Job description
Overview
Join the faculty at Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya as a HOD English in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. The school maintains high academic standards alongside a collaborative, professional staff culture. Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya, established 1987, is a senior secondary campus in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh — a CBSE-affiliated school. Day-to-day work is anchored in curriculum maps, defined assessment cycles, and faculty review built into the calendar. 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. 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 at a glance:
- Market-aligned salary (₹8.0 LPA – ₹21.4 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 online from this page to be considered by Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya. Interview slots are scheduled after profile review, typically inside five to seven working days.
Common questions about this role
What is the leave policy?
Schools usually offer 10–18 leaves per year on top of public/school holidays. Earned-leave encashment policies vary — check the offer letter.
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
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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.
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.
How do I write an application email for this HOD English role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "HOD English application — Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
Where exactly is Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya located?
The school is in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
How do I apply for this HOD English vacancy?
Use the "Apply" button on this page to submit your application directly through School Jobs India. A free candidate account is required so the school can reach you.
When does the school want the joining date to be?
Most school roles aim for a joining around the start of the next academic month or term. Once shortlisted, the school will agree a realistic date based on your notice period.
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.
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.
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Role details
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- 2
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Key facts about Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya
- Founded
- 1987
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- Dr. Y S S Chandra Sekhar
- Affiliation #
- 140007
Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1987, located in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh.
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