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HOD English

₹8.6L – ₹25L / yr7–12 yrsCloses 24 Aug
East Sikkim, Sikkimfull-timePosted 22d ago
CBSE
Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD English
School
Tathangchen Secondary School
City
East Sikkim
State
Sikkim
Board
CBSE
School type
Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹8.6L – ₹25L per year
Experience
7–12 years
Posted
11 Jun 2026
Closing date
24 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD English salary in East Sikkim — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹8.6L
per year
Typical
₹16.6L
per year
Senior / high
₹24.6L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD English

at Tathangchen Secondary School

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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

We are looking for a HOD English to join Tathangchen Secondary School in East Sikkim, Sikkim. You will work alongside an experienced team that takes student outcomes seriously. Tathangchen Secondary School in East Sikkim, Sikkim functions as a secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1961,. The leadership team is closely involved in academic planning and faculty support, with a sharp focus on classroom impact. Details: a high-ownership leadership role. The HOD English leads by example in classrooms, faculty meetings, and parent interactions, while keeping the school's long-term direction in view. Day to day, you will:

  • Run faculty meetings, academic reviews, and section-level planning.
  • Observe classes, give actionable feedback, follow up on teacher development.
  • Approve calendars, assessment papers, and major parent communication.
  • Engage with leadership on hiring, budgets, and infrastructure needs.
  • Spend time on the floor — corridors, classrooms, labs — to read the school accurately. Candidate requirements:
  • Senior educator with a balanced view of academics and operations.
  • Proven ability to mentor teachers and improve outcomes over time.
  • Strong stakeholder management — board, parents, regulators, vendors.
  • Comfortable with data — assessments, attendance, faculty metrics.
  • A long-term thinker who can also execute well in the short term. What we offer:
  • Competitive, on-time salary (₹8.6 LPA – ₹24.6 LPA).
  • Defined working hours aligned with the school timetable.
  • Investment in your growth — training, mentorship, peer learning.
  • A respectful work environment focused on outcomes.
  • Access to school resources, libraries, labs, and digital tools. Apply through the platform using the button above; your profile lands with Tathangchen Secondary School 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?

Refer to the experience range posted on this page. If you're close to the minimum, apply with a strong demo lesson plan or portfolio — many schools flex by ±1 year for the right candidate.

Is accommodation provided?

Day schools generally don't provide accommodation. The school may help with referrals to nearby PGs or rentals during your relocation.

Are meals provided at school?

Most schools offer a subsidised staff canteen or a daily mid-morning snack and lunch. Boarding schools typically include all meals for residential staff.

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.

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.

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.

Are detailed lesson plans expected?

Schools generally require lesson plans aligned to the syllabus and pacing calendar. Coordinators review them weekly or fortnightly.

Who fits

Requirements & role details

Role details

Vacancies
3
About the school

Tathangchen Secondary School

Key facts about Tathangchen Secondary School

Key facts
Founded
1961
Board
CBSE
Type
Secondary Level
Principal
YANGCHEN LHAMU BHUTIA
Affiliation #
1820078
Address
TATHANGCHEN PO- RAJBHAWAN GANGTOK SIKKIM, Tathangchen Po- Rajbhawan, East Sikkim, Sikkim, 737103

Tathangchen Secondary School is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1961, located in East Sikkim, Sikkim.

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