HOD English
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD English
- School
- Savitri Vidya Vihar
- City
- Basti
- State
- Uttar Pradesh
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹7.4L – ₹16L per year
- Experience
- 5–9 years
- Posted
- 10 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 3 Aug 2026
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HOD English
at Savitri Vidya Vihar
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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
Join Savitri Vidya Vihar in Basti, Uttar Pradesh as our next HOD English. The school invests in its faculty and runs a calm, well-organised academic calendar. Savitri Vidya Vihar in Basti, Uttar Pradesh functions as a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2017,. The leadership team is closely involved in academic planning and faculty support, with a sharp focus on classroom impact. What the role looks like: the HOD English owns outcomes for the assigned section/portfolio — academic quality, faculty development, parent engagement, and student wellbeing — and contributes to the school's strategic plans. 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. Compensation and environment:
- Salary structured fairly across roles (₹7.4 LPA – ₹16.2 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. Submit your application online from this page to be considered by Savitri Vidya Vihar. Interview slots are scheduled after profile review, typically inside five to seven working days.
Common questions about this role
Where exactly is Savitri Vidya Vihar located?
The school is in Basti, Uttar Pradesh. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
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'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.
Are meals provided at school?
Subsidised tea/snacks are common; full meals depend on the school. Boarding schools usually provide meals as part of the package for resident staff.
How do I write an application email for this HOD English role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "HOD English application — Savitri Vidya Vihar"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Savitri Vidya Vihar and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
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 Basti.
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.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
Savitri Vidya Vihar
Key facts about Savitri Vidya Vihar
- Founded
- 2017
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- Jitendra Kumar Pandey
- Affiliation #
- 2133525
Savitri Vidya Vihar is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2017, located in Basti, Uttar Pradesh.
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