HOD English — M.CT.M Chidambaram Chettyar International School Opening — M.CT.M Chidambaram Chettyar International School, Chennai
M.CT.M Chidambaram Chettyar International SchoolKey facts
- Role
- HOD English — M.CT.M Chidambaram Chettyar International School
- School
- M.CT.M Chidambaram Chettyar International School
- City
- Chennai
- State
- Tamil Nadu
- Board
- Cambridge
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹11L – ₹17L per year
- Experience
- 9–14 years
- Posted
- 6 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Now hiring: HOD English — M.CT.M Chidambaram Chettyar International School — M.CT.M Chidambaram Chettyar International School, Chennai, Tamil Nadu. Shortlisting begins immediately and interviews are being scheduled on a rolling basis. Curriculum: CAMBRIDGE. The school has been running for 17+ years. Send your application via this page; the school's hiring lead reviews every submission.
M.CT.M Chidambaram Chettyar International School, a Cambridge school in Chennai, 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: M.CT.M Chidambaram Chettyar International School is a Cambridge Day School in Mylapore, Chennai.
What you'll handle as a HOD English — M.CT.M Chidambaram Chettyar International School
Set the standard for your subject — define exemplar lessons, run department meetings, and own board results for the department.
Working in a CAMBRIDGE school
Teaching for Cambridge means familiarity with syllabus codes, command words and Cambridge resource banks.
Working conditions
Day-school setup: regular school hours, scheduled events and standard term breaks.
About teaching in Chennai
Chennai schools span Matriculation, CBSE, ICSE and IB, with strong English-medium demand across the city.
Common questions about this role
Is school transport available for staff?
Many schools offer staff bus service on their main routes, either free or at a nominal fee. Availability depends on whether your home is near a school route — confirm with HR.
When does the school want the joining date to be?
Most school roles aim for a joining around the start of the next academic month or term. Once shortlisted, the school will agree a realistic date based on your notice period.
Is there a probation period?
Yes — a 3 to 6 month probation is standard in K-12 schools across India. Benefits like PF and gratuity continue to accrue from day one regardless.
How much experience do I need for this HOD English — M.CT.M Chidambaram Chettyar International School 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.
Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Most schools expect weekly lesson plans submitted to the coordinator/HOD, plus unit plans at the start of each term. Templates are usually provided.
About M.CT.M Chidambaram Chettyar International School
M.CT.M Chidambaram Chettyar International School is a day school affiliated to Cambridge, established in 2009, located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu.
M.CT.M Chidambaram Chettyar International School is a Cambridge Day School in Mylapore, Chennai.
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