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HOD English

₹7.5L – ₹11L / yr7–10 yrsCloses 26 Jul 23 days left
North West Delhi, DelhicontractPosted 33d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD English
School
Montfort School
City
North West Delhi
State
Delhi
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Contract
Salary
₹7.5L – ₹11L per year
Experience
7–10 years
Posted
31 May 2026
Closing date
26 Jul 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD English salary in North West Delhi — snapshot

Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.

Entry / low
₹7.5L
per year
Typical
₹9.4L
per year
Senior / high
₹11.2L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD English

at Montfort School

23 days left

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Why apply

  • Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
  • CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
  • Established school — running for 56+ years.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Join Montfort School in North West Delhi, Delhi as our next HOD English. The school invests in its faculty and runs a calm, well-organised academic calendar. About Montfort School: a senior secondary institution in North West Delhi, Delhi — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1970,. 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. Responsibilities:

  • Lead the assigned section/department on academic and operational matters.
  • Mentor teachers through observation, feedback, and development plans.
  • Oversee assessment cycles, result analysis, and improvement plans.
  • Handle parent escalations professionally and represent the school externally.
  • Drive a culture of academic rigour, discipline, and student wellbeing. 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. Perks and culture:
  • Fair compensation with annual review (₹7.5 LPA – ₹11.2 LPA).
  • Stable, full-time engagement with a clear academic calendar.
  • Regular PD through internal and external programmes.
  • A working culture that takes faculty wellbeing seriously.
  • A school that genuinely cares about student outcomes. Click Apply at the top of this page to share your profile with Montfort School. Suitable applicants are contacted directly to schedule the next round of conversations.

Common questions about this role

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 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.

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 North West Delhi.

Are meals provided at school?

Subsidised tea/snacks are common; full meals depend on the school. Boarding schools usually provide meals as part of the package for resident staff.

Do I have to work weekends?

Most day schools follow a 6-day or 5.5-day week with Sundays off. Occasional Saturdays may go to events, parent meetings, or PD sessions.

What is the leave policy?

Schools usually offer 10–18 leaves per year on top of public/school holidays. Earned-leave encashment policies vary — check the offer letter.

How big are the classes?

Class sizes in Indian K-12 schools usually fall in the 25–40 student range. Premium IB/IGCSE schools often cap sections at 22–25.

Who fits

Requirements & role details

Role details

Vacancies
3
About the school

Montfort School

Key facts about Montfort School

Key facts
Founded
1970
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
BROTHER JOY THOMAS
Affiliation #
2730065
Address
ASHOK VIHAR DELHI, Ashok Vihar, North West Delhi, Delhi, 110052

Montfort School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1970, located in North West Delhi, Delhi.

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