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HOD English

at Vidya Jyoti School · Bastar · Apply in under 60 seconds.

₹11.6L – ₹26.8L / yr7–11 yrsCloses 11 Aug
Bastar, Chattisgarhfull-timePosted 36d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD English
School
Vidya Jyoti School
City
Bastar
State
Chattisgarh
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹11.6L – ₹26.8L per year
Experience
7–11 years
Posted
30 May 2026
Closing date
11 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD English salary in Bastar — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹11.6L
per year
Typical
₹19.2L
per year
Senior / high
₹26.8L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

How to apply

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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

Applications are open for a HOD English at Vidya Jyoti School in Bastar, Chattisgarh. The role is full-time, aligned with the school's published academic and assessment calendar. Vidya Jyoti School, established 2000, runs as a senior secondary campus in Bastar, Chattisgarh — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school believes a strong campus is built on its teachers and works to be a place where faculty want to stay. 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. Core responsibilities:

  • Lead and inspire a high-performing academic team.
  • Maintain standards through reviews, observations, and structured feedback.
  • Drive the assessment, reporting, and parent communication cycle.
  • Manage disciplinary cases, parent escalations, and staff conflicts.
  • Contribute to the school's strategic priorities as part of the leadership group. 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 – ₹26.8 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. Apply now using this listing, and your CV reaches the Vidya Jyoti School hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.

Common questions about this role

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'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 non-teaching duties are expected?

Common non-teaching duties include exam invigilation, homework correction, parent-teacher meetings, one co-curricular activity, and being a homeroom/tutor-group mentor.

What is the average HOD English salary in Bastar?

Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, HOD English pay in Bastar 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.

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.

Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?

Yes, for board-affiliated school teaching roles a B.Ed is generally required. Exceptions exist for very experienced subject experts and for play-school/early-years specialists.

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.

How long does it take to hear back after applying?

Response times vary, but shortlisted candidates are typically contacted within a week. You'll get a notification on School Jobs India the moment the school updates your application status.

Is this a remote / work-from-home opportunity?

School roles are on-site by default — classroom teaching and student supervision require physical presence. Online tutoring openings are tagged separately on School Jobs India.

Are detailed lesson plans expected?

Schools generally require lesson plans aligned to the syllabus and pacing calendar. Coordinators review them weekly or fortnightly.

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About the school

Vidya Jyoti School

Key facts about Vidya Jyoti School

Key facts
Founded
2000
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
ANTONY KONUMADACKAL VARKEY
Affiliation #
3330075
Address
GEEDAM ROAD RAJENDRA NAGAR WARD/DANTESWARI WARD, JAGDALPUR BASTER CHHATISGARH, Geedam Road Rajendra Nagar Ward/danteswari Ward, Bastar, Chattisgarh, 494001

Vidya Jyoti School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2000, located in Bastar, Chattisgarh.

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