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HOD English

at St Mary's Higher Secondary School · Indore · Apply in under 60 seconds.

₹9.6L – ₹21.4L / yr6–10 yrsCloses 2 Aug 29 days left
Indore, Madhya Pradeshfull-timePosted 38d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD English
School
St Mary's Higher Secondary School
City
Indore
State
Madhya Pradesh
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹9.6L – ₹21.4L per year
Experience
6–10 years
Posted
27 May 2026
Closing date
2 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD English salary in Indore — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹9.6L
per year
Typical
₹15.5L
per year
Senior / high
₹21.4L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

How to apply

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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.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

St Mary's Higher Secondary School in Indore, Madhya Pradesh is inviting applications for a HOD English. The role sits inside the school's day-to-day academic delivery and reports into the section head. St Mary's Higher Secondary School in Indore, Madhya Pradesh functions as a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1892,. The leadership team is closely involved in academic planning and faculty support, with a sharp focus on classroom impact. About the role: the HOD English is a senior position blending academic leadership with operational ownership — running reviews, mentoring teachers, handling escalations, and representing the school externally. Core responsibilities:

  • Lead and inspire a high-performing academic team.
  • Maintain standards through reviews, observations, and structured feedback.
  • Drive the assessment, reporting, and parent communication cycle.
  • Manage disciplinary cases, parent escalations, and staff conflicts.
  • Contribute to the school's strategic priorities as part of the leadership group. 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. Compensation and environment:
  • Salary structured fairly across roles (₹9.6 LPA – ₹21.4 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 St Mary's Higher Secondary School 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

Is English fluency required?

Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.

What questions are asked in a HOD English interview?

Panels usually ask about your teaching philosophy, a demo lesson walkthrough, how you handle discipline and parents, and syllabus familiarity. See the "Interview questions & answers" section on this page for six of the most common ones and how to answer them.

Can I negotiate the salary at St Mary's Higher Secondary School?

Yes — the band shown is a starting point. Schools consider your last-drawn CTC, teaching experience, board expertise (CBSE) and any specialist skills. Come prepared with a specific number and a 1-line justification.

Will I get PF and statutory benefits?

Yes — established schools provide EPF (Provident Fund) and gratuity (after 5 years), and most also provide ESI for staff under the wage threshold. Specifics are spelled out in the offer letter.

How do I write an application email for this HOD English role?

Use a clear subject line with role and your name, open with which vacancy you're applying to, then a 4-5 line summary of qualifications, teaching experience and notice period. Close with availability for a demo lesson and interview. Attach a one-page PDF resume — long text bodies get skimmed.

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.

When does the school want the joining date to be?

Joining dates are usually negotiable around the school calendar. Mid-term joining is common for replacement vacancies; new positions often align to April or the start of the next term.

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.

Which curriculum does the school follow?

St Mary's Higher Secondary School follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.

What is the average HOD English salary in Indore?

Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, HOD English pay in Indore varies with years of experience (each 3-year block adds roughly 15-25%), board (IB > CBSE > state), and school size — the linked full pay report breaks these out further.

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St Mary's Higher Secondary School

Key facts about St Mary's Higher Secondary School

Key facts
Founded
1892
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
AHILA MANISHA FERNANDES
Affiliation #
1030282
Address
MHOW DISTT INDORE MADHYA PRADESH, Mhow Distt, Indore, Madhya Pradesh, 453441

St Mary's Higher Secondary School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1892, located in Indore, Madhya Pradesh.

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