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HOD English

₹9.3L – ₹20L / yr7–12 yrsCloses 2 Aug 30 days left
Cuttack, OdishacontractPosted 21d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD English
School
Nalanda Public School
City
Cuttack
State
Odisha
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Contract
Salary
₹9.3L – ₹20L per year
Experience
7–12 years
Posted
11 Jun 2026
Closing date
2 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD English salary in Cuttack — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹9.3L
per year
Typical
₹14.7L
per year
Senior / high
₹20.0L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD English

at Nalanda Public School

30 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 23+ years.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Join the faculty at Nalanda Public School as a HOD English in Cuttack, Odisha. The school maintains high academic standards alongside a collaborative, professional staff culture. Nalanda Public School, established 2003, runs as a senior secondary campus in Cuttack, Odisha — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school believes a strong campus is built on its teachers and works to be a place where faculty want to stay. 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. Day to day, you will:

  • Run faculty meetings, academic reviews, and section-level planning.
  • Observe classes, give actionable feedback, follow up on teacher development.
  • Approve calendars, assessment papers, and major parent communication.
  • Engage with leadership on hiring, budgets, and infrastructure needs.
  • Spend time on the floor — corridors, classrooms, labs — to read the school accurately. 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. What we offer:
  • Competitive, on-time salary (₹9.3 LPA – ₹20.0 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 on this page and Nalanda Public School will weigh your candidacy for the opening. Next steps usually include a short demo class and a panel discussion.

Common questions about this role

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 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.

How do I write an application email for this HOD English role?

Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "HOD English application — Nalanda Public School"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Nalanda Public School and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.

Is background verification done before joining?

Standard pre-joining checks cover qualification documents, prior employment, and reference calls. Some larger groups also do criminal-record verification.

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.

How do I make a resume for a CBSE HOD English job?

Lead with a two-line headline (role + years of experience), then Education, Certifications (B.Ed, CTET, board-specific PD), Experience with 3-4 bullet outcomes per school (results, class sizes, projects), and one line each for co-curricular, tech tools and languages. Keep to one page and use the free School Jobs India resume builder for a school-style layout.

What non-teaching duties are expected?

Beyond teaching periods you'll typically own a homeroom, run one club/activity, support exam logistics, and contribute to one school-wide initiative each term.

Who fits

Requirements & role details

Role details

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About the school

Nalanda Public School

Key facts about Nalanda Public School

Key facts
Founded
2003
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
JASASWINI PATTANAYAK
Affiliation #
1530185
Address
AT/POST : BHATAPADA, BAHUGRAM, P.S.: SALIPUR DIST : CUTTACK PIN - 754200, At/post : Bhatapada, Cuttack, Odisha, 754200

Nalanda Public School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2003, located in Cuttack, Odisha.

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