Kolkata: HOD English — Patha Bhavan Job at Patha Bhavan
Patha BhavanKey facts
- Role
- HOD English — Patha Bhavan
- School
- Patha Bhavan
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹6.4L – ₹8.8L per year
- Experience
- 9–12 years
- Posted
- 16 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Patha Bhavan, a State Board school in Kolkata, is hiring a HOD English.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead the subject department and mentor teachers
- Drive curriculum planning and assessment design
- Monitor student academic outcomes
- Coordinate with school leadership on academic matters
Requirements:
- 5-12 years of relevant experience
- Postgraduate in the subject with B.Ed; minimum 5 years of teaching
About the school: Patha Bhavan, a vision realised, is a secular institution set up by a group of enlightened teachers in 1965. It is a school with a difference - a school where learning is an enjoyable experience. At an early age the child is not haunted by the trauma of examinations and stiff competitiveness. The logo of our school has been designed by Satyajit Ray and the school song 'Amader Patha Bhavan' composed by renowned Jyotirindra Maitra.
Common questions about this role
Is school transport available for staff?
Staff transport varies. Larger schools with their own fleet usually allow staff onboarding on existing routes; smaller schools may not run dedicated routes.
What does a typical day look like?
Most teachers handle 4–6 instructional periods a day, with the rest going to lesson planning, assessment correction, and a co-curricular duty.
What's the interview process like for this teaching role?
Most schools have 2–3 rounds: an HR call, a demo lesson, then a leadership interview. Be ready to walk through one of your lesson plans and how you handle classroom management.
Where exactly is Patha Bhavan located?
The school is in Kolkata, West Bengal. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
What non-teaching duties are expected?
Common non-teaching duties include exam invigilation, homework correction, parent-teacher meetings, one co-curricular activity, and being a homeroom/tutor-group mentor.
About Patha Bhavan
Patha Bhavan, a vision realised, is a secular institution set up by a group of enlightened teachers in 1965. It is a school with a difference - a school where learning is an enjoyable experience. At an early age the child is not haunted by the trauma of examinations and stiff competitiveness. The logo of our school has been designed by Satyajit Ray and the school song 'Amader Patha Bhavan' composed by renowned Jyotirindra Maitra.
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Perks
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