HOD English
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD English
- School
- Kimmins High School
- City
- Panchgani
- State
- Maharashtra
- Board
- ICSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹8.5L – ₹9.8L per year
- Experience
- 5–10 years
- Posted
- 14 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 11 Aug 2026
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HOD English
at Kimmins High School
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Why apply
- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- ICSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
Job description
Overview
Kimmins High School invites applications for a HOD English in Panchgani, Maharashtra. The role is integral to our academic calendar, with reasonable workload and clear deliverables. About Kimmins High School: a senior secondary institution in Panchgani, Maharashtra — a ICSE / CISCE-affiliated school, established 1898,. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. 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. 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. Benefits and culture:
- Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹8.5 LPA – ₹9.8 LPA).
- Structured calendar with reasonable workload expectations.
- Professional development through workshops and internal training.
- A collaborative staff culture with clear leadership backing.
- Stable, full-time employment at a settled school. Send your CV through this listing — no separate email is required for Kimmins High School. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.
Common questions about this role
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 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 Panchgani.
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.
Is this a contract or permanent role?
This is listed as a full time role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.
Is this a fixed-term or open-ended contract?
Most permanent teaching roles in Indian K-12 schools are open-ended after a 3–6 month probation. The offer letter you receive will state the exact terms, including probation, notice period and confirmation criteria.
Where exactly is Kimmins High School located?
The school is in Panchgani, Maharashtra. 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.
Can I negotiate the salary at Kimmins High School?
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.
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.
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.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
Kimmins High School
Key facts about Kimmins High School
- Founded
- 1898
- Board
- ICSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 20:1
Welcome to Kimmins High School, where excellence meets compassion and innovation thrives in a nurturing environment. Founded over a century ago by Miss Alice Emilie Kimmins, affectionately known as “The Mother of Panchgani,” our institution has been a beacon of education and service since its inception. Guided by our motto of selfless service, integrity, hard work, and concern for others, Kimmins High School is dedicated to empowering students to achieve their individual goals while fostering a deep sense of compassion and responsibility towards others. With a rich history steeped in resilience and dedication, we strive to provide a holistic educational experience that prepares our students not only for academic success but also for a life of purpose and contribution to society.
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