HOD English
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD English
- School
- Sunbeam School, Annapurna Nagar Lahartara Vidyapeeth Road
- City
- Varanasi
- State
- Uttar Pradesh
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹11.5L – ₹16.4L per year
- Experience
- 5–7 years
- Posted
- 28 May 2026
- Closing date
- 6 Aug 2026
HOD English salary in Varanasi — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
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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.
Job description
Overview
We are looking for a HOD English to join Sunbeam School, Annapurna Nagar Lahartara Vidyapeeth Road in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. You will work alongside an experienced team that takes student outcomes seriously. Sunbeam School, Annapurna Nagar Lahartara Vidyapeeth Road in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh operates as a senior secondary school, established 2002, — a CBSE-affiliated school. A settled, professional environment with clear academic systems, structured staff meetings, and steady infrastructure investment. Context: the HOD English reports into the Principal and works alongside other senior leaders. The role carries academic and operational responsibilities and is central to the school's day-to-day functioning. 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. Perks and culture:
- Fair compensation with annual review (₹11.5 LPA – ₹16.4 LPA).
- Stable, full-time engagement with a clear academic calendar.
- Regular PD through internal and external programmes.
- A working culture that takes faculty wellbeing seriously.
- A school that genuinely cares about student outcomes. Apply through the platform using the button above; your profile lands with Sunbeam School, Annapurna Nagar Lahartara Vidyapeeth Road instantly. Candidates who meet the brief are invited for interviews within the week.
Common questions about this role
How much experience do I need for this HOD English 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.
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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.
How big are the classes?
Class sizes in Indian K-12 schools usually fall in the 25–40 student range. Premium IB/IGCSE schools often cap sections at 22–25.
Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Most schools expect weekly lesson plans submitted to the coordinator/HOD, plus unit plans at the start of each term. Templates are usually provided.
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 arrangements are there for women teachers' commute and safety?
Most reputable schools in Varanasi run staff transport (bus or shared cab) covering the main residential clusters, with women-first drop after evening duties. On-campus, ICC (Internal Complaints Committee) compliance is standard. Confirm the route map and the last drop time during the interview.
What questions are asked in a HOD English interview?
Typical rounds cover self-introduction, why teaching, classroom-management scenarios, subject/syllabus knowledge, and one differentiation scenario. Scroll to "Interview questions & answers" below for six sample questions with model answers tuned for HOD English roles in Varanasi.
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 average HOD English salary in Varanasi?
Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to HOD English roles in Varanasi. As a rough anchor, city tier and board affiliation move the number by 20-40% — IB and Cambridge schools sit at the top, state-board privates at the base.
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Key facts about Sunbeam School, Annapurna Nagar Lahartara Vidyapeeth Road
- Founded
- 2002
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- Perveen Quaiser
- Affiliation #
- 2130454
Sunbeam School, Annapurna Nagar Lahartara Vidyapeeth Road is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2002, located in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh.
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