
HOD English — Swarnim International School - kolkata Vacancy at Swarnim International School - kolkata, Kolkata
Swarnim International School - kolkataKey facts
- Role
- HOD English — Swarnim International School - kolkata
- School
- Swarnim International School - kolkata
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹6.1L – ₹10L per year
- Experience
- 6–10 years
- Posted
- 5 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Kolkata, West Bengal — a fresh opening for a HOD English — Swarnim International School - kolkata at Swarnim International School - kolkata. Curriculum: CBSE. The school has been running for 10+ years. Use the Apply button to register your interest — interviews are usually scheduled within 5–7 days.
Swarnim International School - kolkata, a CBSE school in Kolkata, 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: Swarnim International School - kolkata is a CBSE Day School in Harinavi, Kolkata.
What you'll handle as a HOD English — Swarnim International School - kolkata
Lead a subject department: hire and mentor teachers, design subject scope-and-sequence, moderate assessments, and report on subject-level outcomes.
Working in a CBSE school
This school follows the CBSE framework, so expect continuous and comprehensive assessment, NEP-aligned competency questions, and a strong emphasis on subject enrichment activities.
Working conditions
Day-school setup: regular school hours, scheduled events and standard term breaks.
About teaching in Kolkata
Kolkata has historic ICSE and CBSE schools alongside growing IB options, with hiring concentrated around March–May.
Common questions about this role
Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?
For most K-12 teaching positions in India a B.Ed (or NIOS D.El.Ed for primary) is preferred and often required by board affiliations. Some pre-primary and special-skill roles accept relevant certification in lieu.
What qualifications are required for a HOD English — Swarnim International School - kolkata?
Most HOD English — Swarnim International School - kolkata roles require a relevant Bachelor's/Master's in the subject plus a B.Ed (or equivalent teacher-training qualification). Specific board requirements (CTET, IB workshops, IGCSE training) may also apply.
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.
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 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.
About Swarnim International School - kolkata
Swarnim International School - kolkata is a day school affiliated to CBSE, established in 2016, located in Kolkata, West Bengal.
Swarnim International School - kolkata is a CBSE Day School in Harinavi, Kolkata.
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