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HOD English

at Tikku Modern School · Nainital · Apply in under 60 seconds.

₹11.2L – ₹14.2L / yr6–9 yrsCloses 25 Aug
Nainital, Uttarakhandfull-timePosted 7d ago
CBSE
Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD English
School
Tikku Modern School
City
Nainital
State
Uttarakhand
Board
CBSE
School type
Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹11.2L – ₹14.2L per year
Experience
6–9 years
Posted
27 Jun 2026
Closing date
25 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD English salary in Nainital — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹11.2L
per year
Typical
₹12.7L
per year
Senior / high
₹14.2L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

How to apply

Apply for HOD English at Tikku Modern School

Contact the school directly using the details below.

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

Tikku Modern School invites applications for a HOD English in Nainital, Uttarakhand. The role is integral to our academic calendar, with reasonable workload and clear deliverables. Tikku Modern School in Nainital, Uttarakhand operates as a secondary school, established 1954, — a CBSE-affiliated school. A settled, professional environment with clear academic systems, structured staff meetings, and steady infrastructure investment. 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. Qualifications and skills:
  • Master's degree with a recognised teaching/leadership qualification.
  • Track record of leading improvement at section or school level.
  • Hiring, coaching, performance management, and conflict resolution skills.
  • Solid grasp of curriculum, assessment, and parent communication.
  • High professional integrity and a clear communication style. Compensation and environment:
  • Salary structured fairly across roles (₹11.2 LPA – ₹14.2 LPA).
  • A calendar that respects academic delivery and personal time.
  • Internal training, peer observation, and external workshops.
  • A calm, professional, student-centred campus culture.
  • Real backing from the leadership team when it matters. Apply through the platform using the button above; your profile lands with Tikku Modern School instantly. Candidates who meet the brief are invited for interviews within the week.

Common questions about this role

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.

Can I negotiate the salary at Tikku Modern School?

Yes — the band shown is a starting point. Schools consider your last-drawn CTC, teaching experience, board expertise (CBSE) and any specialist skills. Come prepared with a specific number and a 1-line justification.

Is school transport available for staff?

Staff transport varies. Larger schools with their own fleet usually allow staff onboarding on existing routes; smaller schools may not run dedicated routes.

What is the salary for this HOD English 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.

Is there a probation period?

Most schools run a 3–6 month probation with the same salary as confirmation. Confirmation is typically subject to satisfactory performance reviews and document verification.

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.

Where can I find similar vacancies?

Scroll to the "Similar jobs" section below to see related openings. You can also browse by city (Nainital), role and board on School Jobs India to compare options side by side.

How long after the interview until I get an offer letter?

Typically 3–7 working days after the final interview, once reference checks and internal approvals are done. Verbal confirmations sometimes come sooner — always wait for the written offer before resigning your current role.

What is the average HOD English salary in Nainital?

Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, HOD English pay in Nainital varies with years of experience (each 3-year block adds roughly 15-25%), board (IB > CBSE > state), and school size — the linked full pay report breaks these out further.

Is accommodation provided?

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

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Tikku Modern School

Key facts about Tikku Modern School

Key facts
Founded
1954
Board
CBSE
Type
Secondary Level
Principal
SHANTI BALUNI
Affiliation #
3530147
Address
NAINITAL ROAD HALDWANI UTTARANCHAL, Road Haldwani Uttaranchal, Nainital, Uttarakhand, 263139

Tikku Modern School is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1954, located in Nainital, Uttarakhand.

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