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₹11L – ₹15L / yrICSE10–14 yrs expPosted 7d 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
₹11L – ₹15L per year
Experience
10–14 years
Posted
14 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. Hit Apply to share your CV with the school. Strong applicants are typically contacted within a week.

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

Drive subject excellence: peer-observe teachers, build resource banks, lead subject enrichment, and represent the department in academic council.

Working in an ICSE school

ICSE/ISC schools prize depth of content, structured English-medium delivery and rigorous internal assessment cycles.

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

Which curriculum does the school follow?

The Cathedral and John Connon School follows the ICSE/ISC curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.

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.

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.

How much experience do I need for this HOD English — The Cathedral and John Connon School 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.

What is the salary for this HOD English — The Cathedral and John Connon School role?

The salary band is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Final offers depend on your years of experience, qualifications and the interview outcome.

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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