The Vivekananda School (Senior Branch) is hiring a HOD English — The Vivekananda School (Senior Branch) in Gurgaon
The Vivekananda School (Senior Branch)Key facts
- Role
- HOD English — The Vivekananda School (Senior Branch)
- School
- The Vivekananda School (Senior Branch)
- City
- Gurgaon
- State
- Haryana
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹10L – ₹15L per year
- Experience
- 10–13 years
- Posted
- 14 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
The Vivekananda School (Senior Branch) is building a strong academic team and is looking for a HOD English — The Vivekananda School (Senior Branch) who can lead learning with care, rigour, and consistency. The school has been running for 5+ years. Curriculum: CBSE. Hit Apply to share your CV with the school. Strong applicants are typically contacted within a week.
The Vivekananda School (Senior Branch), a CBSE school in Gurgaon, 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: The Vivekananda School (Senior Branch) is a CBSE Day School in Sector 69, Gurgaon.
What you'll handle as a HOD English — The Vivekananda School (Senior Branch)
Set the standard for your subject — define exemplar lessons, run department meetings, and own board results for the department.
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
This is a day school — standard working hours with weekend off, occasional events and parent-teacher meetings.
About teaching in Gurgaon
Gurgaon (Gurugram) has a fast-growing cluster of international and IB schools, with competitive pay bands for experienced teachers.
Common questions about this role
What does a typical day look like?
Most teachers handle 4–6 instructional periods a day, with the rest going to lesson planning, assessment correction, and a co-curricular duty.
What's the interview process like for this teaching role?
Most schools have 2–3 rounds: an HR call, a demo lesson, then a leadership interview. Be ready to walk through one of your lesson plans and how you handle classroom management.
What is the salary for this HOD English — The Vivekananda School (Senior Branch) role?
Refer to the salary range posted on this page. Most schools negotiate within this band based on your last drawn CTC and relevant experience.
What is the leave policy?
Teaching staff typically get all school holidays plus 8–15 casual/sick leaves per academic year. Long vacations (summer, winter, Diwali, Holi breaks) follow the published school calendar.
I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Yes. Most schools accept candidates with up to 60 days of notice. Mention your last working day clearly in your application so the school can plan the joining accordingly.
About The Vivekananda School (Senior Branch)
The Vivekananda School (Senior Branch) is a day school affiliated to CBSE, established in 2021, located in Gurgaon, Haryana.
The Vivekananda School (Senior Branch) is a CBSE Day School in Sector 69, Gurgaon.
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