HOD English
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD English
- School
- Modi Public School, Siliguri
- City
- Darjeeling
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹10L – ₹26L per year
- Experience
- 5–8 years
- Posted
- 22 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 19 Aug 2026
HOD English salary in Darjeeling — 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 Modi Public School, Siliguri
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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
Modi Public School, Siliguri in Darjeeling, West Bengal 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. Modi Public School, Siliguri, established 2014, is a senior secondary school in Darjeeling, West Bengal — a CBSE-affiliated school. The working culture is collaborative, professional, and grounded in student-centred decisions. Position: as HOD English, you are part of the school's leadership group. The role demands strong judgement, calm execution, and a clear point of view on what good schooling looks like. 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. Requirements:
- Master's degree with a relevant teaching qualification (B.Ed./M.Ed. preferred).
- Significant classroom experience plus years in coordination/leadership.
- Calm, confident judgement with students, parents, and staff.
- Clear writing for academic plans, reports, and parent communication.
- A track record of building and retaining strong teaching teams. What we offer:
- Competitive, on-time salary (₹10.1 LPA – ₹25.6 LPA).
- Defined working hours aligned with the school timetable.
- Investment in your growth — training, mentorship, peer learning.
- A respectful work environment focused on outcomes.
- Access to school resources, libraries, labs, and digital tools. Submit your application online from this page to be considered by Modi Public School, Siliguri. Interview slots are scheduled after profile review, typically inside five to seven working days.
Common questions about this role
What is the average HOD English salary in Darjeeling?
Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, HOD English pay in Darjeeling 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.
Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Schools generally require lesson plans aligned to the syllabus and pacing calendar. Coordinators review them weekly or fortnightly.
What's the interview process like for this teaching role?
Most schools have 2–3 rounds: an HR call, a demo lesson, then a leadership interview. Be ready to walk through one of your lesson plans and how you handle classroom management.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Modi Public School, Siliguri follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
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.
Do I have to work weekends?
Standard week is Monday to Saturday (often half-day Saturday). Occasional event Sundays exist (Annual Day, Sports Day, admissions test days) and are usually compensated with a comp-off.
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.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
Modi Public School, Siliguri
Key facts about Modi Public School, Siliguri
- Founded
- 2014
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- PURBITA PAL
- Affiliation #
- 2430184
Modi Public School, Siliguri is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2014, located in Darjeeling, West Bengal.
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