HOD English
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD English
- School
- Kendriya Vidyalaya
- City
- Kohima
- State
- Nagaland
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹11.8L – ₹20.7L per year
- Experience
- 5–10 years
- Posted
- 22 May 2026
- Closing date
- 2 Aug 2026
HOD English salary in Kohima — 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.
- Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
Job description
Overview
Join Kendriya Vidyalaya in Kohima, Nagaland as our next HOD English. The school invests in its faculty and runs a calm, well-organised academic calendar. Kendriya Vidyalaya, established 1999, is a secondary school in Kohima, Nagaland — a CBSE-affiliated school. The working culture is collaborative, professional, and grounded in student-centred decisions. What the role looks like: the HOD English owns outcomes for the assigned section/portfolio — academic quality, faculty development, parent engagement, and student wellbeing — and contributes to the school's strategic plans. 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. Why join us:
- Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹11.8 LPA – ₹20.7 LPA).
- Reasonable workload with planned holidays per the calendar.
- Real ownership of your subject/function from day one.
- A leadership team that listens, supports, and gives credit.
- A campus that respects educators as professionals. Click Apply at the top of this page to share your profile with Kendriya Vidyalaya. Suitable applicants are contacted directly to schedule the next round of conversations.
Common questions about this role
Can I negotiate the salary at Kendriya Vidyalaya?
Most schools have a defined band per role but the final number is negotiable within it. The strongest levers are recent teaching experience, board expertise, and willingness to take on coordinator/extra-curricular responsibilities.
How do I write an application email for this HOD English role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "HOD English application — Kendriya Vidyalaya"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Kendriya Vidyalaya and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
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.
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.
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.
I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Absolutely — schools regularly hire candidates on notice. Be upfront about your release date so interview scheduling and the offer timeline can be aligned.
Is accommodation provided?
Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.
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.
What arrangements are there for women teachers' commute and safety?
Most reputable schools in Kohima 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 is the average HOD English salary in Kohima?
Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to HOD English roles in Kohima. 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.
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Key facts about Kendriya Vidyalaya
- Founded
- 1999
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary Level
- Principal
- UMESH CHANDRA
- Affiliation #
- 1400006
Kendriya Vidyalaya is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1999, located in Kohima, Nagaland.
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