HOD English
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD English
- School
- S.B.N. Academy Nayagaon
- City
- Dehradun
- State
- Uttarakhand
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Private Unaided (Recognized)
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹10.0L – ₹13.9L per year
- Experience
- 7–11 years
- Posted
- 26 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 20 Aug 2026
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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
S.B.N. Academy Nayagaon in Dehradun, Uttarakhand is accepting applications for a HOD English. You will work with an experienced academic team in a setting that prioritises learning outcomes. S.B.N. Academy Nayagaon is a senior secondary school in Dehradun, Uttarakhand — a CBSE-affiliated school. The working culture is collaborative, professional, and grounded in student-centred decisions. 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. 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 (₹10.0 LPA – ₹13.9 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. Send your CV through this listing — no separate email is required for S.B.N. Academy Nayagaon. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.
Common questions about this role
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.
When does the school want the joining date to be?
Most school roles aim for a joining around the start of the next academic month or term. Once shortlisted, the school will agree a realistic date based on your notice period.
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.
How do I write an application email for this HOD English role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "HOD English application — S.B.N. Academy Nayagaon"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why S.B.N. Academy Nayagaon and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
Is English fluency required?
Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.
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.
What is the leave policy?
Schools usually offer 10–18 leaves per year on top of public/school holidays. Earned-leave encashment policies vary — check the offer letter.
Will I get PF and statutory benefits?
Most registered schools enrol staff in EPF from day one and pay statutory gratuity. ESI cover applies if your gross is within the eligibility limit at joining.
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.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
S.B.N. Academy Nayagaon follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
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- 2
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Key facts about S.B.N. Academy Nayagaon
- Type
- Private Unaided (Recognized)
- Grades
- 1-8
- Students
- 112
S.B.N. Academy Nayagaon is a private unaided (recognized), located in Dehradun, Uttarakhand, offering 1-8. The campus serves around 112 students. Campus facilities include Toilet, Electricity, Library, Playground, Drinking Water.
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