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HOD English

at Sarvodaya Kanya Vidalaya · South Delhi · Apply in under 60 seconds.

₹8.2L – ₹20.7L / yr6–10 yrsCloses 24 Aug
South Delhi, Delhifull-timePosted 18d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD English
School
Sarvodaya Kanya Vidalaya
City
South Delhi
State
Delhi
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹8.2L – ₹20.7L per year
Experience
6–10 years
Posted
16 Jun 2026
Closing date
24 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD English salary in South Delhi — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹8.2L
per year
Typical
₹14.5L
per year
Senior / high
₹20.7L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

How to apply

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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.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Applications are open for a HOD English at Sarvodaya Kanya Vidalaya in South Delhi, Delhi. The role is full-time, aligned with the school's published academic and assessment calendar. Sarvodaya Kanya Vidalaya, established 1989, is a senior secondary campus in South Delhi, Delhi — a CBSE-affiliated school. Day-to-day work is anchored in curriculum maps, defined assessment cycles, and faculty review built into the calendar. Details: a high-ownership leadership role. The HOD English leads by example in classrooms, faculty meetings, and parent interactions, while keeping the school's long-term direction in view. Core responsibilities:

  • Lead and inspire a high-performing academic team.
  • Maintain standards through reviews, observations, and structured feedback.
  • Drive the assessment, reporting, and parent communication cycle.
  • Manage disciplinary cases, parent escalations, and staff conflicts.
  • Contribute to the school's strategic priorities as part of the leadership group. 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 (₹8.2 LPA – ₹20.7 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 now using this listing, and your CV reaches the Sarvodaya Kanya Vidalaya hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.

Common questions about this role

What non-teaching duties are expected?

Common non-teaching duties include exam invigilation, homework correction, parent-teacher meetings, one co-curricular activity, and being a homeroom/tutor-group mentor.

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.

How long does it take to hear back after applying?

Schools usually shortlist within a week or two. Set up a job alert for similar roles so you don't miss the next match if this one doesn't move forward.

Do staff get fee concession for their children?

Most reputable schools have a staff-child fee concession policy. Eligibility, percentage and number of children covered vary — ask HR for the written policy.

Are detailed lesson plans expected?

Schools generally require lesson plans aligned to the syllabus and pacing calendar. Coordinators review them weekly or fortnightly.

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.

How do I apply for this HOD English vacancy?

Apply through this page using your School Jobs India profile. Complete your profile first (qualifications, experience, references) — schools shortlist faster when the basics are in place.

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.

Which curriculum does the school follow?

Sarvodaya Kanya Vidalaya follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.

How long after the interview until I get an offer letter?

Typically 3–7 working days after the final interview, once reference checks and internal approvals are done. Verbal confirmations sometimes come sooner — always wait for the written offer before resigning your current role.

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Sarvodaya Kanya Vidalaya

Key facts about Sarvodaya Kanya Vidalaya

Key facts
Founded
1989
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
MUDASSIR JAHAN
Affiliation #
2764056
Address
NO NAGAR OKHLA NEW DELHI, No Nagar Okhla, South Delhi, Delhi, 110025

Sarvodaya Kanya Vidalaya is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1989, located in South Delhi, Delhi.

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