HOD English — St. John The Baptist Kindergarten Vacancy at St. John The Baptist Kindergarten, Thane
St. John The Baptist KindergartenKey facts
- Role
- HOD English — St. John The Baptist Kindergarten
- School
- St. John The Baptist Kindergarten
- City
- Thane
- State
- Maharashtra
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹5.3L – ₹8.1L per year
- Experience
- 8–13 years
- Posted
- 9 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
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Job description
Overview
St. John The Baptist Kindergarten, a State Board school in Thane, 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: The school motto is “VIRILITER AGE-STRIVE MANFULLY”It invites students to cultivate a positive attitude to life, a never failing optimism and dauntless hope, despite the circumstances of life. One of the best schools in Thane West encourages students to be cheerful themselves as well asspread cheer around. It requires that one looks for the good in self and in others and that one be more ready to build than to destroy.The Motto suggests a courageous and dynamic perceptive to life that will spur students on, beckoning them to leave behind all that may dampen their spirits on life’s way. In short, it calls for a ceaseless striving to ever forge ahead, bearing the torch of Truth, Purity, Courage and Industry.
Common questions about this role
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.
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.
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.
I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Absolutely — schools regularly hire candidates on notice. Be upfront about your release date so interview scheduling and the offer timeline can be aligned.
What non-teaching duties are expected?
Beyond teaching periods you'll typically own a homeroom, run one club/activity, support exam logistics, and contribute to one school-wide initiative each term.
About St. John The Baptist Kindergarten
The school motto is “VIRILITER AGE-STRIVE MANFULLY”It invites students to cultivate a positive attitude to life, a never failing optimism and dauntless hope, despite the circumstances of life. One of the best schools in Thane West encourages students to be cheerful themselves as well asspread cheer around. It requires that one looks for the good in self and in others and that one be more ready to build than to destroy.The Motto suggests a courageous and dynamic perceptive to life that will spur students on, beckoning them to leave behind all that may dampen their spirits on life’s way. In short, it calls for a ceaseless striving to ever forge ahead, bearing the torch of Truth, Purity, Courage and Industry.
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