Mahadevi Birla Shishu Vihar is hiring a HOD English — Mahadevi Birla Shishu Vihar in Kolkata
Mahadevi Birla Shishu ViharKey facts
- Role
- HOD English — Mahadevi Birla Shishu Vihar
- School
- Mahadevi Birla Shishu Vihar
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- ICSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹9.3L – ₹14L per year
- Experience
- 11–15 years
- Posted
- 16 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Mahadevi Birla Shishu Vihar is building a strong academic team and is looking for a HOD English — Mahadevi Birla Shishu Vihar who can lead learning with care, rigour, and consistency. Curriculum: ICSE. The school has been running for 81+ years. Hit Apply to share your CV with the school. Strong applicants are typically contacted within a week.
Mahadevi Birla Shishu Vihar, a ICSE 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: Mahadevi Birla Shishu Vihar is a ICSE Day School in Ballygunge, Kolkata.
What you'll handle as a HOD English — Mahadevi Birla Shishu Vihar
Lead a subject department: hire and mentor teachers, design subject scope-and-sequence, moderate assessments, and report on subject-level outcomes.
Working in an ICSE school
Working in an ICSE/ISC setting means deeper unit-wise content, more written work and clear assessment rubrics.
Working conditions
This is a day school — standard working hours with weekend off, occasional events and parent-teacher meetings.
About teaching in Kolkata
Kolkata has historic ICSE and CBSE schools alongside growing IB options, with hiring concentrated around March–May.
Common questions about this role
Is school transport available for staff?
Staff transport varies. Larger schools with their own fleet usually allow staff onboarding on existing routes; smaller schools may not run dedicated routes.
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 accommodation provided?
Day schools generally don't provide accommodation. The school may help with referrals to nearby PGs or rentals during your relocation.
How do I apply for this HOD English — Mahadevi Birla Shishu Vihar vacancy?
Apply through this page using your School Jobs India profile. Complete your profile first (qualifications, experience, references) — schools shortlist faster when the basics are in place.
What qualifications are required for a HOD English — Mahadevi Birla Shishu Vihar?
Most HOD English — Mahadevi Birla Shishu Vihar 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.
About Mahadevi Birla Shishu Vihar
Mahadevi Birla Shishu Vihar is a day school affiliated to ICSE, established in 1945, located in Kolkata, West Bengal.
Mahadevi Birla Shishu Vihar is a ICSE Day School in Ballygunge, Kolkata.
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