HOD English
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD English
- School
- Shivalik Pub. Sch. Jhanikkar
- City
- Hamirpur (H.p.)
- State
- Himachal Pradesh
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Private Unaided (Recognized)
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹8.6L – ₹21.0L per year
- Experience
- 6–8 years
- Posted
- 12 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 1 Aug 2026
HOD English salary in Hamirpur (H.p.) — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
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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
Shivalik Pub. Sch. Jhanikkar is looking for a HOD English in Hamirpur (H.p.), Himachal Pradesh to strengthen its academic team. The school encourages peer observation and continuous professional learning. About Shivalik Pub. Sch. Jhanikkar: a senior secondary institution in Hamirpur (H.p.), Himachal Pradesh — a CBSE-affiliated school. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. Context: the HOD English reports into the Principal and works alongside other senior leaders. The role carries academic and operational responsibilities and is central to the school's day-to-day functioning. 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. Candidate requirements:
- Senior educator with a balanced view of academics and operations.
- Proven ability to mentor teachers and improve outcomes over time.
- Strong stakeholder management — board, parents, regulators, vendors.
- Comfortable with data — assessments, attendance, faculty metrics.
- A long-term thinker who can also execute well in the short term. Compensation and environment:
- Salary structured fairly across roles (₹8.6 LPA – ₹21.0 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. Submit your application here so Shivalik Pub. Sch. Jhanikkar can shortlist you alongside the active pool. Strong profiles move to a brief teaching demo and a discussion with the academic head.
Common questions about this role
Can I negotiate the salary at Shivalik Pub. Sch. Jhanikkar?
Most schools have a defined band per role but the final number is negotiable within it. The strongest levers are recent teaching experience, board expertise, and willingness to take on coordinator/extra-curricular responsibilities.
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 Hamirpur (H.p.).
What is the average HOD English salary in Hamirpur (H.p.)?
Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to HOD English roles in Hamirpur (H.p.). 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.
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.
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.
How do I write an application email for this HOD English role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "HOD English application — Shivalik Pub. Sch. Jhanikkar"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Shivalik Pub. Sch. Jhanikkar and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Shivalik Pub. Sch. Jhanikkar follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
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.
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.
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.
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Key facts about Shivalik Pub. Sch. Jhanikkar
- Type
- Private Unaided (Recognized)
- Grades
- 1-10
- Students
- 111
- Staff
- 12
Shivalik Pub. Sch. Jhanikkar is a private unaided (recognized), located in Hamirpur (H.p.), Himachal Pradesh, offering 1-10. The campus serves around 111 students with a teaching and support team of about 12. Campus facilities include Toilet, Electricity, Library, Playground, Drinking Water.
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