HOD English
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD English
- School
- Sarvodaya Bal Vidyalaya, J. J. Colony
- City
- East Delhi
- State
- Delhi
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹11.4L – ₹17.9L per year
- Experience
- 7–11 years
- Posted
- 16 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 14 Aug 2026
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- 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
An opening for a HOD English in East Delhi, Delhi at Sarvodaya Bal Vidyalaya, J. J. Colony. The school is expanding its team for the new session and welcomes both experienced and high-potential candidates. About the institution: Sarvodaya Bal Vidyalaya, J. J. Colony in East Delhi, Delhi — a senior secondary setup, established 2013, — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school invests consistently in academic resources, classroom technology, and a culture of professional respect. 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. 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. Qualifications and skills:
- Master's degree with a recognised teaching/leadership qualification.
- Track record of leading improvement at section or school level.
- Hiring, coaching, performance management, and conflict resolution skills.
- Solid grasp of curriculum, assessment, and parent communication.
- High professional integrity and a clear communication style. Perks and culture:
- Fair compensation with annual review (₹11.4 LPA – ₹17.9 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. Submit your application online from this page to be considered by Sarvodaya Bal Vidyalaya, J. J. Colony. Interview slots are scheduled after profile review, typically inside five to seven working days.
Common questions about this role
How do I apply for this HOD English vacancy?
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Which curriculum does the school follow?
Sarvodaya Bal Vidyalaya, J. J. Colony follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
Is there a probation period?
Yes — a 3 to 6 month probation is standard in K-12 schools across India. Benefits like PF and gratuity continue to accrue from day one regardless.
How do I make a resume for a CBSE HOD English job?
Lead with a two-line headline (role + years of experience), then Education, Certifications (B.Ed, CTET, board-specific PD), Experience with 3-4 bullet outcomes per school (results, class sizes, projects), and one line each for co-curricular, tech tools and languages. Keep to one page and use the free School Jobs India resume builder for a school-style layout.
How do I write an application email for this HOD English role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "HOD English application — Sarvodaya Bal Vidyalaya, J. J. Colony"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Sarvodaya Bal Vidyalaya, J. J. Colony and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
What kind of professional development is offered?
Most schools run weekly/monthly in-house PD sessions on pedagogy and assessment. Funded external workshops (board-specific or subject-specific) are offered to teachers in good standing.
What questions are asked in a HOD English interview?
Typical rounds cover self-introduction, why teaching, classroom-management scenarios, subject/syllabus knowledge, and one differentiation scenario. Scroll to "Interview questions & answers" below for six sample questions with model answers tuned for HOD English roles in East Delhi.
Is background verification done before joining?
Standard pre-joining checks cover qualification documents, prior employment, and reference calls. Some larger groups also do criminal-record verification.
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.
Does Sarvodaya Bal Vidyalaya, J. J. Colony help with relocation from another city?
Relocation support varies by school. Residential campuses often include free accommodation and meals; day schools may offer a one-time shifting allowance or help with local rental scouting. Confirm the specifics in writing before you accept.
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Key facts about Sarvodaya Bal Vidyalaya, J. J. Colony
- Founded
- 2013
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- ARVIND KUMAR JAIN
- Affiliation #
- 2752146
Sarvodaya Bal Vidyalaya, J. J. Colony is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2013, located in East Delhi, Delhi.
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