HOD English — Kailash Vidyamandir Vacancy at Kailash Vidyamandir, Kolkata
Kailash VidyamandirKey facts
- Role
- HOD English — Kailash Vidyamandir
- School
- Kailash Vidyamandir
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹6.0L – ₹9.0L per year
- Experience
- 5–12 years
- Posted
- 7 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Kailash Vidyamandir, a State Board school in Kolkata, is hiring a HOD English.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead the subject department and mentor teachers
- Drive curriculum planning and assessment design
- Monitor student academic outcomes
- Coordinate with school leadership on academic matters
Requirements:
- 5-12 years of relevant experience
- Postgraduate in the subject with B.Ed; minimum 5 years of teaching
About the school: Kailash Vidyamandir, located in Alipore, Kolkata, is a co-educational day school affiliated with the State Board. With English as the medium of instruction, the school is dedicated to providing quality education that nurtures both academic excellence and holistic development. Following the April–March academic session, classes run from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM with a healthy student-teacher ratio of 30:1. The school emphasizes learning in both English and Hindi, encouraging values, discipline, and knowledge to prepare students for a bright future.
Common questions about this role
How much experience do I need for this HOD English — Kailash Vidyamandir 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 is the salary for this HOD English — Kailash Vidyamandir 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.
What does a typical day look like?
School days usually run 7.5–8 hours with 5–6 teaching periods, plus prep, lunch and one or two non-teaching duties (homework checks, library, club). Saturdays vary by school.
Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Most schools expect weekly lesson plans submitted to the coordinator/HOD, plus unit plans at the start of each term. Templates are usually provided.
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.
About Kailash Vidyamandir
Kailash Vidyamandir, located in Alipore, Kolkata, is a co-educational day school affiliated with the State Board. With English as the medium of instruction, the school is dedicated to providing quality education that nurtures both academic excellence and holistic development. Following the April–March academic session, classes run from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM with a healthy student-teacher ratio of 30:1. The school emphasizes learning in both English and Hindi, encouraging values, discipline, and knowledge to prepare students for a bright future.
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