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HOD English

₹12L – ₹23L / yr5–9 yrsCloses 2 Aug 30 days left
Mysuru, KarnatakacontractPosted 30d ago
CBSE
Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD English
School
Vasavi Central School
City
Mysuru
State
Karnataka
Board
CBSE
School type
Secondary Level
Employment type
Contract
Salary
₹12L – ₹23L per year
Experience
5–9 years
Posted
3 Jun 2026
Closing date
2 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD English salary in Mysuru — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹11.9L
per year
Typical
₹17.4L
per year
Senior / high
₹22.9L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD English

at Vasavi Central School

30 days left

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  • Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
  • CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Applications are invited for a HOD English at Vasavi Central School in Mysuru, Karnataka. A long-term, full-time engagement aligned with the school's commitment to consistent delivery. About the institution: Vasavi Central School in Mysuru, Karnataka — a secondary setup, established 2015, — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school invests consistently in academic resources, classroom technology, and a culture of professional respect. About the role: the HOD English is a senior position blending academic leadership with operational ownership — running reviews, mentoring teachers, handling escalations, and representing the school externally. 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. 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. Benefits and culture:
  • Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹11.9 LPA – ₹22.9 LPA).
  • Structured calendar with reasonable workload expectations.
  • Professional development through workshops and internal training.
  • A collaborative staff culture with clear leadership backing.
  • Stable, full-time employment at a settled school. Click Apply at the top of this page to share your profile with Vasavi Central School. Suitable applicants are contacted directly to schedule the next round of conversations.

Common questions about this role

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.

Is accommodation provided?

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

Do I have to work weekends?

Standard week is Monday to Saturday (often half-day Saturday). Occasional event Sundays exist (Annual Day, Sports Day, admissions test days) and are usually compensated with a comp-off.

How long does it take to hear back after applying?

Schools usually shortlist within a week or two. Set up a job alert for similar roles so you don't miss the next match if this one doesn't move forward.

Is the salary CTC or in-hand?

Most Indian schools quote annual CTC. In-hand is typically 85–90% of CTC after PF, professional tax and (where applicable) income tax — exact deductions are confirmed at offer stage.

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.

How big are the classes?

Section sizes typically range from 25 to 40 students. The school will confirm exact section size during the interview based on the grade you'll teach.

Who fits

Requirements & role details

Role details

Vacancies
2
About the school

Vasavi Central School

Key facts about Vasavi Central School

Key facts
Founded
2015
Board
CBSE
Type
Secondary Level
Principal
SAMIRA FERNANDES
Affiliation #
830748
Address
VASAVI CENTRAL SCHOOL, CHOWKAHALLI VILLAGE, KASABA HOBLI, Vasavi Central School, Mysuru, Karnataka, 571602

Vasavi Central School is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2015, located in Mysuru, Karnataka.

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