HOD English
at Saraswati Vidya Mandir · Shimla · Apply in under 60 seconds.
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD English
- School
- Saraswati Vidya Mandir
- City
- Shimla
- State
- Himachal Pradesh
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹10L – ₹22L per year
- Experience
- 6–9 years
- Posted
- 26 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 29 Aug 2026
HOD English salary in Shimla — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
HOD English
at Saraswati Vidya Mandir
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- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
Job description
Overview
Saraswati Vidya Mandir invites applications for a HOD English in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh. The role is integral to our academic calendar, with reasonable workload and clear deliverables. Saraswati Vidya Mandir in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh is a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1994,. The school pairs a traditional academic core with modern classroom practices and consistent investment in faculty enablement. 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. Requirements:
- Master's degree with a relevant teaching qualification (B.Ed./M.Ed. preferred).
- Significant classroom experience plus years in coordination/leadership.
- Calm, confident judgement with students, parents, and staff.
- Clear writing for academic plans, reports, and parent communication.
- A track record of building and retaining strong teaching teams. Why join us:
- Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹10.2 LPA – ₹22.1 LPA).
- Reasonable workload with planned holidays per the calendar.
- Real ownership of your subject/function from day one.
- A leadership team that listens, supports, and gives credit.
- A campus that respects educators as professionals. Apply through the platform using the button above; your profile lands with Saraswati Vidya Mandir instantly. Candidates who meet the brief are invited for interviews within the week.
Common questions about this role
What is the average HOD English salary in Shimla?
Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, HOD English pay in Shimla varies with years of experience (each 3-year block adds roughly 15-25%), board (IB > CBSE > state), and school size — the linked full pay report breaks these out further.
How do I write an application email for this HOD English role?
Use a clear subject line with role and your name, open with which vacancy you're applying to, then a 4-5 line summary of qualifications, teaching experience and notice period. Close with availability for a demo lesson and interview. Attach a one-page PDF resume — long text bodies get skimmed.
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.
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.
What qualifications are required for a HOD English?
Most HOD English roles require a relevant Bachelor's/Master's in the subject plus a B.Ed (or equivalent teacher-training qualification). Specific board requirements (CTET, IB workshops, IGCSE training) may also apply.
Where can I find similar vacancies?
Scroll to the "Similar jobs" section below to see related openings. You can also browse by city (Shimla), role and board on School Jobs India to compare options side by side.
How much experience do I need for this HOD English role?
Refer to the experience range posted on this page. If you're close to the minimum, apply with a strong demo lesson plan or portfolio — many schools flex by ±1 year for the right candidate.
What is the salary for this HOD English role?
Refer to the salary range posted on this page. Most schools negotiate within this band based on your last drawn CTC and relevant experience.
How do I apply for this HOD English vacancy?
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How will I know if my application is being reviewed?
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Key facts about Saraswati Vidya Mandir
- Founded
- 1994
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 30:1
The school was opened in 1988-89 in a rented building in village Anji (Vikasnagar) by Himachla Shiksha Samiti. In 1992, the land for the construction of school was bought and in 1993 the construction was started. Earlier the school was affiliated to Himachal Pradesh Board of School Education Dharamshala and after 2003 it has been affiliated to Central Board of Secondary Education (C B S E) .The school has 66 spacious rooms which accommodates all classes from Nursery to 10+2. So there is fully developed laboratories, smart class, library and a reading room. The school also has a huge computer room and staff room for teachers.
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