HOD English
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD English
- School
- Shiwalik International School
- City
- Dehradun
- State
- Uttarakhand
- Board
- CISCE
- School type
- Senior Secondary
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹8.5L – ₹10.9L per year
- Experience
- 7–12 years
- Posted
- 21 May 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Jul 2026
HOD English salary in Dehradun — snapshot
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Why apply
- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
- Established school — running for 32+ years.
Job description
Overview
Shiwalik International School in Dehradun, Uttarakhand is accepting applications for a HOD English. You will work with an experienced academic team in a setting that prioritises learning outcomes. Shiwalik International School in Dehradun, Uttarakhand operates as a senior secondary school, established 1994, — a ICSE / CISCE-affiliated school. A settled, professional environment with clear academic systems, structured staff meetings, and steady infrastructure investment. 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. 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. Qualifications and skills:
- Master's degree with a recognised teaching/leadership qualification.
- Track record of leading improvement at section or school level.
- Hiring, coaching, performance management, and conflict resolution skills.
- Solid grasp of curriculum, assessment, and parent communication.
- High professional integrity and a clear communication style. Benefits and culture:
- Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹8.5 LPA – ₹10.9 LPA).
- Structured calendar with reasonable workload expectations.
- Professional development through workshops and internal training.
- A collaborative staff culture with clear leadership backing.
- Stable, full-time employment at a settled school. Complete your application via the button on this listing so Shiwalik International School receives your details directly. Matching profiles are shortlisted promptly and contacted by the academic office.
Common questions about this role
How do I write an application email for this HOD English role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "HOD English application — Shiwalik International School"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Shiwalik International School and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
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 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.
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.
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 Dehradun.
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 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.
How will I know if my application is being reviewed?
You'll get a status notification on School Jobs India (and by email) each time the school updates your application — Shortlisted, Interviewing, Offered or Not selected. Sign in and open "My applications" to see the timeline anytime.
What arrangements are there for women teachers' commute and safety?
Most reputable schools in Dehradun run staff transport (bus or shared cab) covering the main residential clusters, with women-first drop after evening duties. On-campus, ICC (Internal Complaints Committee) compliance is standard. Confirm the route map and the last drop time during the interview.
Will I get PF and statutory benefits?
Most registered schools enrol staff in EPF from day one and pay statutory gratuity. ESI cover applies if your gross is within the eligibility limit at joining.
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Key facts about Shiwalik International School
- Founded
- 1994
- Board
- CISCE
- Type
- Senior Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 30:1
Shiwalik International School was established in 1994 with in a vision and dream to provide quality education to the children coming to the institution. Shiwalik International School is a Co-educational, day, day-boarding and a residential English medium public school situated in the Doon Valley. It is a picturesque valley set amongst the foothills of the mighty Himalayas. It is 250 km north of New Delhi and is easily accessible by road, rail and air. 35 kms to the North are Mussoorie-the Queen of Hills.
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