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HOD English

at Suraj Govind Senior Secondary School · Agra · Apply in under 60 seconds.

₹12L – ₹17L / yr5–8 yrsCloses 11 Aug
Agra, Uttar PradeshcontractPosted 23d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD English
School
Suraj Govind Senior Secondary School
City
Agra
State
Uttar Pradesh
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Contract
Salary
₹12L – ₹17L per year
Experience
5–8 years
Posted
10 Jun 2026
Closing date
11 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD English salary in Agra — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹11.7L
per year
Typical
₹14.3L
per year
Senior / high
₹17.0L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD English

at Suraj Govind Senior Secondary School

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Why apply

  • Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
  • CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
  • Established school — running for 26+ years.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Suraj Govind Senior Secondary School is looking for a HOD English in Agra, Uttar Pradesh to strengthen its academic team. The school encourages peer observation and continuous professional learning. Suraj Govind Senior Secondary School, established 2000, runs as a senior secondary campus in Agra, Uttar Pradesh — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school believes a strong campus is built on its teachers and works to be a place where faculty want to stay. What the role looks like: the HOD English owns outcomes for the assigned section/portfolio — academic quality, faculty development, parent engagement, and student wellbeing — and contributes to the school's strategic plans. 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. Benefits and culture:
  • Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹11.7 LPA – ₹17.0 LPA).
  • Structured calendar with reasonable workload expectations.
  • Professional development through workshops and internal training.
  • A collaborative staff culture with clear leadership backing.
  • Stable, full-time employment at a settled school. Send your CV through this listing — no separate email is required for Suraj Govind Senior Secondary School. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.

Common questions about this role

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.

Where can I find similar vacancies?

Scroll to the "Similar jobs" section below to see related openings. You can also browse by city (Agra), role and board on School Jobs India to compare options side by side.

Can I negotiate the salary at Suraj Govind Senior 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.

What is the average HOD English salary in Agra?

Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, HOD English pay in Agra 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.

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 English fluency required?

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

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.

Does Suraj Govind Senior Secondary School help with relocation from another city?

Many CBSE, ICSE and IB schools in Agra offer on-campus or subsidised accommodation, one-time relocation reimbursement, or help finding rentals nearby. Ask about "relocation assistance" and "staff quarters" in the interview — it's a common ask.

When are increments and bonuses given?

Annual increments are usually announced in March/April, alongside the new academic year. Performance-linked bonuses vary by school — some pay a one-month festive bonus, others none.

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.

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Suraj Govind Senior Secondary School

Key facts about Suraj Govind Senior Secondary School

Key facts
Founded
2000
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
DIVYA AGARWAL
Affiliation #
2131170
Address
282007, Agra, Uttar Pradesh, 282007

Suraj Govind Senior Secondary School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2000, located in Agra, Uttar Pradesh.

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