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HOD English

₹9.7L – ₹27L / yr5–7 yrsCloses 12 Aug
Nalanda, Biharfull-timePosted 27d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD English
School
Open Minds A Birla School
City
Nalanda
State
Bihar
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹9.7L – ₹27L per year
Experience
5–7 years
Posted
6 Jun 2026
Closing date
12 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD English salary in Nalanda — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹9.7L
per year
Typical
₹18.1L
per year
Senior / high
₹26.6L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD English

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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.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Join Open Minds A Birla School in Nalanda, Bihar as our next HOD English. The school invests in its faculty and runs a calm, well-organised academic calendar. About the institution: Open Minds A Birla School in Nalanda, Bihar — a senior secondary setup, established 2018, — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school invests consistently in academic resources, classroom technology, and a culture of professional respect. 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. 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. Why join us:
  • Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹9.7 LPA – ₹26.6 LPA).
  • Reasonable workload with planned holidays per the calendar.
  • Real ownership of your subject/function from day one.
  • A leadership team that listens, supports, and gives credit.
  • A campus that respects educators as professionals. Submit your application on this page and Open Minds A Birla 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 does a typical day look like?

School days usually run 7.5–8 hours with 5–6 teaching periods, plus prep, lunch and one or two non-teaching duties (homework checks, library, club). Saturdays vary by school.

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.

Which curriculum does the school follow?

Open Minds A Birla School follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.

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 are increments and bonuses given?

Most schools run yearly increments tied to the academic calendar (April cycle). Bonus structure depends on the school — confirm in writing before accepting the offer.

Is the salary CTC or in-hand?

Schools quote CTC by default. In-hand depends on PF (12% employee share), professional tax, and your tax slab — ask HR for a sample salary structure before accepting.

Is this a contract or permanent role?

This is listed as a full time role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.

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About the school

Open Minds A Birla School

Key facts about Open Minds A Birla School

Key facts
Founded
2018
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
RICHA TRIVEDI
Affiliation #
330985
Address
PAWAPURI, NALANDA, BIHAR, Pawapuri, Nalanda, Bihar, 811104

Open Minds A Birla School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2018, located in Nalanda, Bihar.

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