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HOD English

₹8.5L – ₹19L / yr7–11 yrsCloses 5 Aug
West Delhi, DelhicontractPosted 12d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD English
School
Veda Vyasa D A V Public School
City
West Delhi
State
Delhi
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Contract
Salary
₹8.5L – ₹19L per year
Experience
7–11 years
Posted
21 Jun 2026
Closing date
5 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD English salary in West Delhi — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹8.5L
per year
Typical
₹13.8L
per year
Senior / high
₹19.2L
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.
  • Established school — running for 44+ years.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Applications are invited for a HOD English at Veda Vyasa D A V Public School in West Delhi, Delhi. A long-term, full-time engagement aligned with the school's commitment to consistent delivery. About the institution: Veda Vyasa D A V Public School in West Delhi, Delhi — a senior secondary setup, established 1982, — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school invests consistently in academic resources, classroom technology, and a culture of professional respect. Context: the HOD English reports into the Principal and works alongside other senior leaders. The role carries academic and operational responsibilities and is central to the school's day-to-day functioning. 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. Requirements:
  • Master's degree with a relevant teaching qualification (B.Ed./M.Ed. preferred).
  • Significant classroom experience plus years in coordination/leadership.
  • Calm, confident judgement with students, parents, and staff.
  • Clear writing for academic plans, reports, and parent communication.
  • A track record of building and retaining strong teaching teams. Why join us:
  • Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹8.5 LPA – ₹19.2 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 Veda Vyasa D A V Public School reviews every profile that arrives via the platform.

Common questions about this role

Is school transport available for staff?

Many schools offer staff bus service on their main routes, either free or at a nominal fee. Availability depends on whether your home is near a school route — confirm with HR.

What questions are asked in a HOD English interview?

Typical rounds cover self-introduction, why teaching, classroom-management scenarios, subject/syllabus knowledge, and one differentiation scenario. Scroll to "Interview questions & answers" below for six sample questions with model answers tuned for HOD English roles in West Delhi.

What non-teaching duties are expected?

Beyond teaching periods you'll typically own a homeroom, run one club/activity, support exam logistics, and contribute to one school-wide initiative each term.

Is there a probation period?

Yes — a 3 to 6 month probation is standard in K-12 schools across India. Benefits like PF and gratuity continue to accrue from day one regardless.

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 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.

Is the salary CTC or in-hand?

Schools quote CTC by default. In-hand depends on PF (12% employee share), professional tax, and your tax slab — ask HR for a sample salary structure before accepting.

Who fits

Requirements & role details

Role details

Vacancies
3
About the school

Veda Vyasa D A V Public School

Key facts about Veda Vyasa D A V Public School

Key facts
Founded
1982
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
SHALINI ARORA
Affiliation #
2730141
Address
D BLOCK VIKASPURI NEW DELHI, D Block Vikaspuri, West Delhi, Delhi, 110018

Veda Vyasa D A V Public School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1982, located in West Delhi, Delhi.

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