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HOD English

₹10L – ₹16L / yr7–12 yrsCloses 6 Aug
Dehradun, UttarakhandcontractPosted 22d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD English
School
River Valley Glocal School
City
Dehradun
State
Uttarakhand
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Contract
Salary
₹10L – ₹16L per year
Experience
7–12 years
Posted
11 Jun 2026
Closing date
6 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD English salary in Dehradun — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹10.1L
per year
Typical
₹13.1L
per year
Senior / high
₹16.1L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD English

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  • CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

River Valley Glocal School is looking for a HOD English in Dehradun, Uttarakhand to strengthen its academic team. The school encourages peer observation and continuous professional learning. About the institution: River Valley Glocal School in Dehradun, Uttarakhand — a senior secondary setup, established 2016, — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school invests consistently in academic resources, classroom technology, and a culture of professional respect. Context: the HOD English reports into the Principal and works alongside other senior leaders. The role carries academic and operational responsibilities and is central to the school's day-to-day functioning. 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 at a glance:
  • Market-aligned salary (₹10.1 LPA – ₹16.1 LPA).
  • Structured working hours with adequate planning time.
  • Investment in teacher and staff development across the year.
  • A workplace built on clarity and professional respect.
  • Long-term career growth at a school invested in its people. Apply now using this listing, and your CV reaches the River Valley Glocal School hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.

Common questions about this role

Are meals provided at school?

Most schools offer a subsidised staff canteen or a daily mid-morning snack and lunch. Boarding schools typically include all meals for residential staff.

Which curriculum does the school follow?

River Valley Glocal School follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.

What questions are asked in a HOD English interview?

Panels usually ask about your teaching philosophy, a demo lesson walkthrough, how you handle discipline and parents, and syllabus familiarity. See the "Interview questions & answers" section on this page for six of the most common ones and how to answer them.

When does the school want the joining date to be?

Joining dates are usually negotiable around the school calendar. Mid-term joining is common for replacement vacancies; new positions often align to April or the start of the next term.

Is background verification done before joining?

Yes — most schools run document and reference verification, and many use third-party background checks. Keep your last 2–3 employer references and original certificates ready.

When are increments and bonuses given?

Annual increments are usually announced in March/April, alongside the new academic year. Performance-linked bonuses vary by school — some pay a one-month festive bonus, others none.

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.

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Role details

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About the school

River Valley Glocal School

Key facts about River Valley Glocal School

Key facts
Founded
2016
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
Shanti Nidhi
Affiliation #
3530701
Address
JHIVERHEDI, SHIMLA BY PASS ROAD, DEHRADUN, Jhiverhedi, Dehradun, Uttarakhand, 248142

River Valley Glocal School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2016, located in Dehradun, Uttarakhand.

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