HOD English
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD English
- School
- Jnanasarovara International Residential School
- City
- Mysore
- State
- Karnataka
- Board
- ICSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹8.5L – ₹16.4L per year
- Experience
- 7–10 years
- Posted
- 28 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 2 Sept 2026
HOD English salary in Mysore — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
ICSE schools sit close to the CBSE band, with 5-10% variance by chain.
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- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- ICSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Established school — running for 24+ years.
Job description
Overview
Jnanasarovara International Residential School in Mysore, Karnataka is hiring a HOD English. The school is known for its disciplined academic culture and consistent investment in faculty wellbeing. About the institution: Jnanasarovara International Residential School in Mysore, Karnataka — a senior secondary setup, established 2002, — a ICSE / CISCE-affiliated school. The school invests consistently in academic resources, classroom technology, and a culture of professional respect. 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. Qualifications and skills:
- Master's degree with a recognised teaching/leadership qualification.
- Track record of leading improvement at section or school level.
- Hiring, coaching, performance management, and conflict resolution skills.
- Solid grasp of curriculum, assessment, and parent communication.
- High professional integrity and a clear communication style. Compensation and environment:
- Salary structured fairly across roles (₹8.5 LPA – ₹16.4 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. Click Apply at the top of this page to share your profile with Jnanasarovara International Residential School. Suitable applicants are contacted directly to schedule the next round of conversations.
Common questions about this role
Where exactly is Jnanasarovara International Residential School located?
The school is in Mysore, Karnataka. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
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.
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.
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.
How much experience do I need for this HOD English role?
The required experience is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Schools also consider relevant internships, board-prep training and student-teaching when evaluating early-career candidates.
What arrangements are there for women teachers' commute and safety?
Most reputable schools in Mysore 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.
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.
How do I make a resume for a ICSE 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.
What is the average HOD English salary in Mysore?
Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to HOD English roles in Mysore. 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.
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
Schools usually shortlist within a week or two. Set up a job alert for similar roles so you don't miss the next match if this one doesn't move forward.
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Key facts about Jnanasarovara International Residential School
- Founded
- 2002
- Board
- ICSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary
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