HOD English — St. Patrick's Anglo-Indian Higher Secondary School Opening — St. Patrick's Anglo-Indian Higher Secondary School, Chennai
St. Patrick's Anglo-Indian Higher Secondary SchoolKey facts
- Role
- HOD English — St. Patrick's Anglo-Indian Higher Secondary School
- School
- St. Patrick's Anglo-Indian Higher Secondary School
- City
- Chennai
- State
- Tamil Nadu
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹6.5L – ₹9.9L per year
- Experience
- 9–14 years
- Posted
- 8 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Day to day, the HOD English — St. Patrick's Anglo-Indian Higher Secondary School at St. Patrick's Anglo-Indian Higher Secondary School will plan lessons, run classes, mark work, and partner with parents — supported by an experienced academic team. Curriculum: STATE BOARD. Use the Apply button to register your interest — interviews are usually scheduled within 5–7 days.
St. Patrick's Anglo-Indian Higher Secondary School, a State Board school in Chennai, 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: St. Patrick's Anglo-Indian Higher Secondary School is a State Board Day School in Adyar, Chennai.
What you'll handle as a HOD English — St. Patrick's Anglo-Indian Higher Secondary School
Lead a subject department: hire and mentor teachers, design subject scope-and-sequence, moderate assessments, and report on subject-level outcomes.
Working in a STATE BOARD school
Working in a state-board setting means following the state curriculum, term plans and local examination patterns.
Working conditions
Day-school setup: regular school hours, scheduled events and standard term breaks.
About teaching in Chennai
Chennai schools span Matriculation, CBSE, ICSE and IB, with strong English-medium demand across the city.
Common questions about this role
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.
Is accommodation provided?
Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.
Is this a remote / work-from-home opportunity?
School roles are on-site by default — classroom teaching and student supervision require physical presence. Online tutoring openings are tagged separately on School Jobs India.
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.
How much experience do I need for this HOD English — St. Patrick's Anglo-Indian Higher Secondary School role?
The required experience is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Schools also consider relevant internships, board-prep training and student-teaching when evaluating early-career candidates.
About St. Patrick's Anglo-Indian Higher Secondary School
St. Patrick's Anglo-Indian Higher Secondary School is a day school affiliated to State Board, established in 1875, located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu.
St. Patrick's Anglo-Indian Higher Secondary School is a State Board Day School in Adyar, Chennai.
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