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HOD English

₹12L – ₹14L / yr7–12 yrsCloses 19 Aug
Patna, Biharfull-timePosted 5d ago
CBSE
Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD English
School
The Mount School
City
Patna
State
Bihar
Board
CBSE
School type
Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹12L – ₹14L per year
Experience
7–12 years
Posted
27 Jun 2026
Closing date
19 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD English salary in Patna — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹11.6L
per year
Typical
₹12.8L
per year
Senior / high
₹14L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD English

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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

The Mount School invites applications for a HOD English in Patna, Bihar. The role is integral to our academic calendar, with reasonable workload and clear deliverables. About the institution: The Mount School in Patna, Bihar — a secondary setup, established 2013, — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school invests consistently in academic resources, classroom technology, and a culture of professional respect. 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. Responsibilities:

  • Lead the assigned section/department on academic and operational matters.
  • Mentor teachers through observation, feedback, and development plans.
  • Oversee assessment cycles, result analysis, and improvement plans.
  • Handle parent escalations professionally and represent the school externally.
  • Drive a culture of academic rigour, discipline, and student wellbeing. Ideal candidate — you have:
  • 8+ years in school education with leadership exposure.
  • Direct experience running a section, department, or full school.
  • A point of view on good teaching, good assessments, and good schools.
  • Patience to coach and firmness to enforce standards.
  • Strong personal organisation across multiple workstreams. Why join us:
  • Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹11.6 LPA – ₹14.0 LPA).
  • Reasonable workload with planned holidays per the calendar.
  • Real ownership of your subject/function from day one.
  • A leadership team that listens, supports, and gives credit.
  • A campus that respects educators as professionals. Complete your application through this page with your latest CV and references. The recruitment desk at The Mount School reviews every profile that arrives via the platform.

Common questions about this role

What is the average HOD English salary in Patna?

Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to HOD English roles in Patna. As a rough anchor, city tier and board affiliation move the number by 20-40% — IB and Cambridge schools sit at the top, state-board privates at the base.

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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.

Is English fluency required?

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

How long does it take to hear back after applying?

Most schools review applications within 5–10 working days. If you don't hear back in two weeks, the role has usually been filled or paused — keep applying to similar openings in the meantime.

What kind of professional development is offered?

Most schools run weekly/monthly in-house PD sessions on pedagogy and assessment. Funded external workshops (board-specific or subject-specific) are offered to teachers in good standing.

Is background verification done before joining?

Standard pre-joining checks cover qualification documents, prior employment, and reference calls. Some larger groups also do criminal-record verification.

Who fits

Requirements & role details

Role details

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About the school

The Mount School

Key facts about The Mount School

Key facts
Founded
2013
Board
CBSE
Type
Secondary Level
Principal
Bishnu Shanker Prasad
Affiliation #
330917
Address
NH-98, NEAR NAKTI BHAWANI MANDIR, PATNA-NAUBATPUR ROAD, PATNA (BIHAR), Nh-98, Patna, Bihar, 801505

The Mount School is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2013, located in Patna, Bihar.

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