HOD English — Shiv Nadar School Opening — Shiv Nadar School, Gurgaon
Shiv Nadar SchoolKey facts
- Role
- HOD English — Shiv Nadar School
- School
- Shiv Nadar School
- City
- Gurgaon
- State
- Haryana
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹9.1L – ₹12L per year
- Experience
- 8–10 years
- Posted
- 31 May 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Day to day, the HOD English — Shiv Nadar School at Shiv Nadar School will plan lessons, run classes, mark work, and partner with parents — supported by an experienced academic team. Curriculum: CBSE. The school has been running for 14+ years. Hit Apply to share your CV with the school. Strong applicants are typically contacted within a week.
Shiv Nadar School, a CBSE school in Gurgaon, is hiring a HOD English.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead the subject department and mentor teachers
- Drive curriculum planning and assessment design
- Monitor student academic outcomes
- Coordinate with school leadership on academic matters
Requirements:
- 5-12 years of relevant experience
- Postgraduate in the subject with B.Ed; minimum 5 years of teaching
About the school: Shiv Nadar School is a CBSE Day School in DLF Phase I, Gurgaon.
What you'll handle as a HOD English — Shiv Nadar School
Set the standard for your subject — define exemplar lessons, run department meetings, and own board results for the department.
Working in a CBSE school
CBSE schools value teachers comfortable with conceptual lesson design, art-integrated learning and NEP 2020-aligned pedagogy.
Working conditions
Day-school setup: regular school hours, scheduled events and standard term breaks.
About teaching in Gurgaon
Gurgaon (Gurugram) has a fast-growing cluster of international and IB schools, with competitive pay bands for experienced teachers.
Common questions about this role
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.
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 big are the classes?
Class sizes in Indian K-12 schools usually fall in the 25–40 student range. Premium IB/IGCSE schools often cap sections at 22–25.
What qualifications are required for a HOD English — Shiv Nadar School?
Most HOD English — Shiv Nadar School 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.
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.
About Shiv Nadar School
Shiv Nadar School is a day school affiliated to CBSE, established in 2012, located in Gurgaon, Haryana. The school has a student community of about 1000+.
Shiv Nadar School is a CBSE Day School in DLF Phase I, Gurgaon.
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