HOD English
at Satya Prakash Memorial Model High School · Shimla · Apply in under 60 seconds.
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD English
- School
- Satya Prakash Memorial Model High School
- City
- Shimla
- State
- Himachal Pradesh
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Secondary
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹11L – ₹28L per year
- Experience
- 5–8 years
- Posted
- 1 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 1 Aug 2026
HOD English salary in Shimla — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
State-board private schools sit at the lower end; government schools follow published pay scales.
HOD English
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- Established school — running for 38+ years.
Job description
Overview
Applications are invited for a HOD English at Satya Prakash Memorial Model High School in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh. A long-term, full-time engagement aligned with the school's commitment to consistent delivery. Satya Prakash Memorial Model High School, established 1988, is a secondary campus in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh — a State Board-affiliated school. Day-to-day work is anchored in curriculum maps, defined assessment cycles, and faculty review built into the calendar. 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. 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. Compensation and environment:
- Salary structured fairly across roles (₹11.0 LPA – ₹28.0 LPA).
- A calendar that respects academic delivery and personal time.
- Internal training, peer observation, and external workshops.
- A calm, professional, student-centred campus culture.
- Real backing from the leadership team when it matters. Apply through the platform using the button above; your profile lands with Satya Prakash Memorial Model High School instantly. Candidates who meet the brief are invited for interviews within the week.
Common questions about this role
Is school transport available for staff?
Many schools offer staff bus service on their main routes, either free or at a nominal fee. Availability depends on whether your home is near a school route — confirm with HR.
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.
What is the average HOD English salary in Shimla?
Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to HOD English roles in Shimla. As a rough anchor, city tier and board affiliation move the number by 20-40% — IB and Cambridge schools sit at the top, state-board privates at the base.
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.
Is accommodation provided?
Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.
When are increments and bonuses given?
Most schools run yearly increments tied to the academic calendar (April cycle). Bonus structure depends on the school — confirm in writing before accepting the offer.
How do I write an application email for this HOD English role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "HOD English application — Satya Prakash Memorial Model High School"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Satya Prakash Memorial Model High School and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
What does a typical day look like?
School days usually run 7.5–8 hours with 5–6 teaching periods, plus prep, lunch and one or two non-teaching duties (homework checks, library, club). Saturdays vary by school.
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 Satya Prakash Memorial Model High School 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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Role details
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Key facts about Satya Prakash Memorial Model High School
- Founded
- 1988
- Board
- State Board
- Type
- Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 30:1
The institution had been started as D.A.V. and later on renamed as S.P.M. Model High School in the sweet memory of its founder Sh. Satya Prakash ji in the year 1988. The school is on charitable basis and is providing free school Van facilities to the Nursery students. Full fee concession is granted to all the deserving and underprivileged students such as IRDP and Antodaya students. The school has a very talented faculty mostly having master degrees and someone PhD’s.
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