HOD English
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD English
- School
- Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya, Patharchepa
- City
- Balangir
- State
- Odisha
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹8.0L – ₹23.7L per year
- Experience
- 5–10 years
- Posted
- 12 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 25 Aug 2026
HOD English salary in Balangir — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
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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
Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya, Patharchepa is looking for a HOD English in Balangir, Odisha to strengthen its academic team. The school encourages peer observation and continuous professional learning. Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya, Patharchepa, established 2016, runs as a senior secondary campus in Balangir, 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. Details: a high-ownership leadership role. The HOD English leads by example in classrooms, faculty meetings, and parent interactions, while keeping the school's long-term direction in view. 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. Benefits and culture:
- Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹8.0 LPA – ₹23.7 LPA).
- Structured calendar with reasonable workload expectations.
- Professional development through workshops and internal training.
- A collaborative staff culture with clear leadership backing.
- Stable, full-time employment at a settled school. Complete your application via the button on this listing so Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya, Patharchepa receives your details directly. Matching profiles are shortlisted promptly and contacted by the academic office.
Common questions about this role
What's the interview process like for this teaching role?
Typical schools run a screening call → a demo class (15–30 minutes for the relevant grade) → a panel interview with the Principal/HOD. Some boards also ask for a written response or a sample lesson plan.
What is the average HOD English salary in Balangir?
Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to HOD English roles in Balangir. As a rough anchor, city tier and board affiliation move the number by 20-40% — IB and Cambridge schools sit at the top, state-board privates at the base.
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.
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.
Is English fluency required?
Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.
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.
Does Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya, Patharchepa help with relocation from another city?
Relocation support varies by school. Residential campuses often include free accommodation and meals; day schools may offer a one-time shifting allowance or help with local rental scouting. Confirm the specifics in writing before you accept.
How do I write an application email for this HOD English role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "HOD English application — Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya, Patharchepa"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya, Patharchepa 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.
What qualifications are required for a HOD English?
Most HOD English roles require a relevant Bachelor's/Master's in the subject plus a B.Ed (or equivalent teacher-training qualification). Specific board requirements (CTET, IB workshops, IGCSE training) may also apply.
Requirements & role details
Role details
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- 2
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Key facts about Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya, Patharchepa
- Founded
- 2016
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- KSHAMANIDHI JHANKAR
- Affiliation #
- 1520019
Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya, Patharchepa is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2016, located in Balangir, Odisha.
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