HOD English
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD English
- School
- Mary Matha CMI Public School
- City
- Theni
- State
- Tamil Nadu
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹8.1L – ₹23L per year
- Experience
- 7–9 years
- Posted
- 21 May 2026
- Closing date
- 6 Jul 2026
HOD English salary in Theni — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
HOD English
at Mary Matha CMI Public School
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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 the faculty at Mary Matha CMI Public School as a HOD English in Theni, Tamil Nadu. The school maintains high academic standards alongside a collaborative, professional staff culture. Mary Matha CMI Public School in Theni, Tamil Nadu operates as a senior secondary school, established 2011, — a CBSE-affiliated school. A settled, professional environment with clear academic systems, structured staff meetings, and steady infrastructure investment. Context: the HOD English reports into the Principal and works alongside other senior leaders. The role carries academic and operational responsibilities and is central to the school's day-to-day functioning. Core responsibilities:
- Lead and inspire a high-performing academic team.
- Maintain standards through reviews, observations, and structured feedback.
- Drive the assessment, reporting, and parent communication cycle.
- Manage disciplinary cases, parent escalations, and staff conflicts.
- Contribute to the school's strategic priorities as part of the leadership group. 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. Compensation and environment:
- Salary structured fairly across roles (₹8.1 LPA – ₹22.6 LPA).
- A calendar that respects academic delivery and personal time.
- Internal training, peer observation, and external workshops.
- A calm, professional, student-centred campus culture.
- Real backing from the leadership team when it matters. Apply through the platform using the button above; your profile lands with Mary Matha CMI Public School instantly. Candidates who meet the brief are invited for interviews within the week.
Common questions about this role
Are meals provided at school?
Most schools offer a subsidised staff canteen or a daily mid-morning snack and lunch. Boarding schools typically include all meals for residential staff.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Mary Matha CMI Public School follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
What is the average HOD English salary in Theni?
Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, HOD English pay in Theni varies with years of experience (each 3-year block adds roughly 15-25%), board (IB > CBSE > state), and school size — the linked full pay report breaks these out further.
How big are the classes?
Section sizes typically range from 25 to 40 students. The school will confirm exact section size during the interview based on the grade you'll teach.
Is background verification done before joining?
Yes — most schools run document and reference verification, and many use third-party background checks. Keep your last 2–3 employer references and original certificates ready.
I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Yes. Most schools accept candidates with up to 60 days of notice. Mention your last working day clearly in your application so the school can plan the joining accordingly.
What is the leave policy?
Teaching staff typically get all school holidays plus 8–15 casual/sick leaves per academic year. Long vacations (summer, winter, Diwali, Holi breaks) follow the published school calendar.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 3
Mary Matha CMI Public School
Key facts about Mary Matha CMI Public School
- Founded
- 2011
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 30:1
Mary Matha CMI Public School, located in the foothills of the Western Ghats, is a renowned institution in the nature-filled beautiful town of Theni. It was stated in the year 2011 by the CMI Fathers of St. Joseph’s Province, Kottayam with the motto of “Strive For Excellence”. It’s been a tradition of the congregation to educate the masses, specially the youth and children as they strongly believe that education is the means for development. There are about 2000 priests from CMI congregation into the service of education, making a difference, providing a holistic development. There are 545 schools, 11 special schools and 42 professional institutions along with a University. Mary Matha CMI Public School, the proud off-spring of the CMI congregation, is the Abode of Learning, making a mark in the field of Education.
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