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HOD English

₹9.5L – ₹14L / yr7–12 yrsCloses 7 Aug
Mysuru, KarnatakacontractPosted 28d ago
CBSE
Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD English
School
St. Joseph's Central School
City
Mysuru
State
Karnataka
Board
CBSE
School type
Secondary Level
Employment type
Contract
Salary
₹9.5L – ₹14L per year
Experience
7–12 years
Posted
4 Jun 2026
Closing date
7 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD English salary in Mysuru — snapshot

Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.

Entry / low
₹9.5L
per year
Typical
₹11.9L
per year
Senior / high
₹14.3L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD English

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  • Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
  • CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
  • Established school — running for 41+ years.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Join the faculty at St. Joseph's Central School as a HOD English in Mysuru, Karnataka. The school maintains high academic standards alongside a collaborative, professional staff culture. About St. Joseph's Central School in Mysuru, Karnataka: a secondary institution, established 1985, — 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. 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. 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. Why join us:
  • Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹9.5 LPA – ₹14.3 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. Click Apply at the top of this page to share your profile with St. Joseph's Central School. Suitable applicants are contacted directly to schedule the next round of conversations.

Common questions about this role

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.

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 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 is the leave policy?

Schools usually offer 10–18 leaves per year on top of public/school holidays. Earned-leave encashment policies vary — check the offer letter.

How do I apply for this HOD English vacancy?

Use the "Apply" button on this page to submit your application directly through School Jobs India. A free candidate account is required so the school can reach you.

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.

When does the school want the joining date to be?

Most school roles aim for a joining around the start of the next academic month or term. Once shortlisted, the school will agree a realistic date based on your notice period.

Who fits

Requirements & role details

Role details

Vacancies
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About the school

St. Joseph's Central School

Key facts about St. Joseph's Central School

Key facts
Founded
1985
Board
CBSE
Type
Secondary Level
Principal
Elizabeth S Thomas
Affiliation #
830023
Address
VIJAYANAGAR II STAGE MYSORE KARNATAKA, Vijayanagar Ii Stage, Mysuru, Karnataka, 570017

St. Joseph's Central School is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1985, located in Mysuru, Karnataka.

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