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Key facts
- Role
- HOD English
- School
- Pon Vidyashram, Porur Maxworth Nagar Phase Ii
- City
- Chennai
- State
- Tamilnadu
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹11.4L – ₹14.6L per year
- Experience
- 5–10 years
- Posted
- 26 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 4 Sept 2026
HOD English salary in Chennai — snapshot
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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
We are looking for a HOD English to join Pon Vidyashram, Porur Maxworth Nagar Phase Ii in Chennai, Tamilnadu. You will work alongside an experienced team that takes student outcomes seriously. Pon Vidyashram, Porur Maxworth Nagar Phase Ii, established 2008, is a senior secondary school in Chennai, Tamilnadu — a CBSE-affiliated school. The working culture is collaborative, professional, and grounded in student-centred decisions. Position: as HOD English, you are part of the school's leadership group. The role demands strong judgement, calm execution, and a clear point of view on what good schooling looks like. 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. Candidate requirements:
- Senior educator with a balanced view of academics and operations.
- Proven ability to mentor teachers and improve outcomes over time.
- Strong stakeholder management — board, parents, regulators, vendors.
- Comfortable with data — assessments, attendance, faculty metrics.
- A long-term thinker who can also execute well in the short term. Perks and culture:
- Fair compensation with annual review (₹11.4 LPA – ₹14.6 LPA).
- Stable, full-time engagement with a clear academic calendar.
- Regular PD through internal and external programmes.
- A working culture that takes faculty wellbeing seriously.
- A school that genuinely cares about student outcomes. Complete your application via the button on this listing so Pon Vidyashram, Porur Maxworth Nagar Phase Ii receives your details directly. Matching profiles are shortlisted promptly and contacted by the academic office.
Common questions about this role
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
Response times vary, but shortlisted candidates are typically contacted within a week. You'll get a notification on School Jobs India the moment the school updates your application status.
I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Absolutely — schools regularly hire candidates on notice. Be upfront about your release date so interview scheduling and the offer timeline can be aligned.
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.
How do I write an application email for this HOD English role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "HOD English application — Pon Vidyashram, Porur Maxworth Nagar Phase Ii"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Pon Vidyashram, Porur Maxworth Nagar Phase Ii and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
Do staff get fee concession for their children?
Many established schools offer 50–100% tuition concession for the children of full-time staff, subject to admission criteria. Confirm specifics in the offer letter.
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.
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.
Is accommodation provided?
Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.
Is this a remote / work-from-home opportunity?
School roles are on-site by default — classroom teaching and student supervision require physical presence. Online tutoring openings are tagged separately on School Jobs India.
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.
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Role details
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- 3
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Key facts about Pon Vidyashram, Porur Maxworth Nagar Phase Ii
- Founded
- 2008
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- ANANTHI S
- Affiliation #
- 1930367
Pon Vidyashram, Porur Maxworth Nagar Phase Ii is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2008, located in Chennai, Tamilnadu.
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