HOD English — The Cathedral and John Connon School Opening — The Cathedral and John Connon School, Mumbai

The Cathedral and John Connon School
Mumbai, Maharashtrafull-time₹7.9L – ₹11L / yrICSE6–8 yrs expPosted 14d ago

Key facts

Role
HOD English — The Cathedral and John Connon School
School
The Cathedral and John Connon School
City
Mumbai
State
Maharashtra
Board
ICSE
School type
Day School
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹7.9L – ₹11L per year
Experience
6–8 years
Posted
6 Jun 2026
Closing date
18 Aug 2026
Day School
Est. 1860

Job description

Overview

Mumbai, Maharashtra — a fresh opening for a HOD English — The Cathedral and John Connon School at The Cathedral and John Connon School. Curriculum: ICSE. Apply directly through this listing — your profile is shared with the school as soon as you submit.

The Cathedral and John Connon School, a ICSE school in Mumbai, 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

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What you'll handle as a HOD English — The Cathedral and John Connon School

Lead a subject department: hire and mentor teachers, design subject scope-and-sequence, moderate assessments, and report on subject-level outcomes.

Working in an ICSE school

This is an ICSE/ISC school — expect a project-heavy curriculum, strong language emphasis and detailed internal assessment portfolios.

Working conditions

Day-school setup: regular school hours, scheduled events and standard term breaks.

About teaching in Mumbai

Mumbai's school market spans state board, CBSE, ICSE and IB — among the most diverse pay-band spreads in India.

Common questions about this role

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.

Do staff get fee concession for their children?

Many established schools offer 50–100% tuition concession for the children of full-time staff, subject to admission criteria. Confirm specifics in the offer letter.

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.

Do I have to work weekends?

Most day schools follow a 6-day or 5.5-day week with Sundays off. Occasional Saturdays may go to events, parent meetings, or PD sessions.

Is there a probation period?

Yes — a 3 to 6 month probation is standard in K-12 schools across India. Benefits like PF and gratuity continue to accrue from day one regardless.

About The Cathedral and John Connon School

The Cathedral and John Connon School is a day school affiliated to ICSE, established in 1860, located in Mumbai, Maharashtra.

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