HOD English
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD English
- School
- St. Arnold's School
- City
- Sundargarh
- State
- Odisha
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Contract
- Salary
- ₹12L – ₹25L per year
- Experience
- 7–11 years
- Posted
- 13 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 11 Aug 2026
HOD English salary in Sundargarh — snapshot
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HOD English
at St. Arnold's School
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Why apply
- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Established school — running for 18+ years.
Job description
Overview
Immediate opening: HOD English at St. Arnold's School in Sundargarh, Odisha. Open to both seasoned practitioners and early-career candidates with strong potential. About St. Arnold's School in Sundargarh, Odisha: a senior secondary institution, established 2008, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Known locally for steady academic delivery, a stable faculty base, and a balanced mix of academics, sports, and the arts. Details: a high-ownership leadership role. The HOD English leads by example in classrooms, faculty meetings, and parent interactions, while keeping the school's long-term direction in view. What you will do:
- Own academic outcomes for the assigned portfolio.
- Coach teachers, especially those in their first few years.
- Drive disciplined execution of the academic and assessment calendar.
- Represent the school in academic forums and audits.
- Work with the Principal on medium-term plans. 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. Why join us:
- Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹11.6 LPA – ₹24.7 LPA).
- Reasonable workload with planned holidays per the calendar.
- Real ownership of your subject/function from day one.
- A leadership team that listens, supports, and gives credit.
- A campus that respects educators as professionals. Complete your application via the button on this listing so St. Arnold's School receives your details directly. Matching profiles are shortlisted promptly and contacted by the academic office.
Common questions about this role
Which curriculum does the school follow?
St. Arnold's School follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
Is background verification done before joining?
Yes — most schools run document and reference verification, and many use third-party background checks. Keep your last 2–3 employer references and original certificates ready.
Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?
Yes, for board-affiliated school teaching roles a B.Ed is generally required. Exceptions exist for very experienced subject experts and for play-school/early-years specialists.
How much experience do I need for this HOD English role?
Refer to the experience range posted on this page. If you're close to the minimum, apply with a strong demo lesson plan or portfolio — many schools flex by ±1 year for the right candidate.
What's the interview process like for this teaching role?
Most schools have 2–3 rounds: an HR call, a demo lesson, then a leadership interview. Be ready to walk through one of your lesson plans and how you handle classroom management.
What non-teaching duties are expected?
Common non-teaching duties include exam invigilation, homework correction, parent-teacher meetings, one co-curricular activity, and being a homeroom/tutor-group mentor.
Are meals provided at school?
Most schools offer a subsidised staff canteen or a daily mid-morning snack and lunch. Boarding schools typically include all meals for residential staff.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
St. Arnold's School
Key facts about St. Arnold's School
- Founded
- 2008
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- FRANCIS JOS
- Affiliation #
- 1530144
St. Arnold's School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2008, located in Sundargarh, Odisha.
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