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HOD English

at Kendriya Vidyalaya No 3 · Kanpur Nagar · Apply in under 60 seconds.

₹11.8L – ₹15.3L / yr6–8 yrsCloses 14 Jul 9 days left
Kanpur Nagar, Uttar Pradeshfull-timePosted 46d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD English
School
Kendriya Vidyalaya No 3
City
Kanpur Nagar
State
Uttar Pradesh
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹11.8L – ₹15.3L per year
Experience
6–8 years
Posted
19 May 2026
Closing date
14 Jul 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD English salary in Kanpur Nagar — snapshot

Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.

Entry / low
₹11.8L
per year
Typical
₹13.5L
per year
Senior / high
₹15.3L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

How to apply

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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.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Kendriya Vidyalaya No 3 in Kanpur Nagar, Uttar Pradesh is inviting applications for a HOD English. The role sits inside the school's day-to-day academic delivery and reports into the section head. Kendriya Vidyalaya No 3 in Kanpur Nagar, Uttar Pradesh is a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1985,. The school pairs a traditional academic core with modern classroom practices and consistent investment in faculty enablement. 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. Responsibilities:

  • Lead the assigned section/department on academic and operational matters.
  • Mentor teachers through observation, feedback, and development plans.
  • Oversee assessment cycles, result analysis, and improvement plans.
  • Handle parent escalations professionally and represent the school externally.
  • Drive a culture of academic rigour, discipline, and student wellbeing. 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. Why join us:
  • Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹11.8 LPA – ₹15.3 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 No 3. Suitable applicants are contacted directly to schedule the next round of conversations.

Common questions about this role

How long does it take to hear back after applying?

Response times vary, but shortlisted candidates are typically contacted within a week. You'll get a notification on School Jobs India the moment the school updates your application status.

What qualifications are required for a HOD English?

Most HOD English roles require a relevant Bachelor's/Master's in the subject plus a B.Ed (or equivalent teacher-training qualification). Specific board requirements (CTET, IB workshops, IGCSE training) may also apply.

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 Kanpur Nagar.

What arrangements are there for women teachers' commute and safety?

Most reputable schools in Kanpur Nagar 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's the interview process like for this teaching role?

Typical schools run a screening call → a demo class (15–30 minutes for the relevant grade) → a panel interview with the Principal/HOD. Some boards also ask for a written response or a sample lesson plan.

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 non-teaching duties are expected?

Beyond teaching periods you'll typically own a homeroom, run one club/activity, support exam logistics, and contribute to one school-wide initiative each term.

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 No 3"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Kendriya Vidyalaya No 3 and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.

Which curriculum does the school follow?

Kendriya Vidyalaya No 3 follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.

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.

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Kendriya Vidyalaya No 3

Key facts about Kendriya Vidyalaya No 3

Key facts
Founded
1985
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
RAJ GURU SINGH
Affiliation #
2100060
Address
A F S CHAKERI KANPUR UTTAR PRADESH, A F S, Kanpur Nagar, Uttar Pradesh, 208008

Kendriya Vidyalaya No 3 is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1985, located in Kanpur Nagar, Uttar Pradesh.

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