HOD English
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD English
- School
- Orchids The International School, Plot No. 23
- City
- Mumbai
- State
- Maharashtra
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹12L – ₹26L per year
- Experience
- 7–9 years
- Posted
- 28 May 2026
- Closing date
- 19 Jul 2026
HOD English
at Orchids The International School, Plot No. 23
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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
Applications are invited for a HOD English at Orchids The International School, Plot No. 23 in Mumbai, Maharashtra. A long-term, full-time engagement aligned with the school's commitment to consistent delivery. About Orchids The International School, Plot No. 23 in Mumbai, Maharashtra: a secondary institution, established 2015, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Known locally for steady academic delivery, a stable faculty base, and a balanced mix of academics, sports, and the arts. Role: as HOD English, you work closely with the Principal on academic and operational decisions — leading a section/team, driving teacher development, overseeing assessments, and holding the line on standards. 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. Ideal candidate — you have:
- 8+ years in school education with leadership exposure.
- Direct experience running a section, department, or full school.
- A point of view on good teaching, good assessments, and good schools.
- Patience to coach and firmness to enforce standards.
- Strong personal organisation across multiple workstreams. Benefits and culture:
- Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹11.5 LPA – ₹25.9 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. Submit your application on this page and Orchids The International School, Plot No. 23 will weigh your candidacy for the opening. Next steps usually include a short demo class and a panel discussion.
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How do I apply for this HOD English vacancy?
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What kind of professional development is offered?
Most schools run weekly/monthly in-house PD sessions on pedagogy and assessment. Funded external workshops (board-specific or subject-specific) are offered to teachers in good standing.
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.
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 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.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 2
Orchids The International School, Plot No. 23
Key facts about Orchids The International School, Plot No. 23
- Founded
- 2015
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary Level
- Principal
- Dr. Aanchal Shanbhag
- Affiliation #
- 1130678
Orchids The International School, Plot No. 23 is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2015, located in Mumbai, Maharashtra.
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