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Key facts
- Role
- HOD English
- School
- Vidya Mandir Senior Secondary School Estancia
- City
- Chengalpattu
- State
- Tamilnadu
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Contract
- Salary
- ₹8.9L – ₹22.8L per year
- Experience
- 5–10 years
- Posted
- 3 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 9 Aug 2026
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- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
Job description
Overview
Applications are open for a HOD English at Vidya Mandir Senior Secondary School Estancia in Chengalpattu, Tamilnadu. The role is full-time, aligned with the school's published academic and assessment calendar. About Vidya Mandir Senior Secondary School Estancia in Chengalpattu, Tamilnadu: a senior secondary institution, established 2021, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Known locally for steady academic delivery, a stable faculty base, and a balanced mix of academics, sports, and the arts. Role: as HOD English, you work closely with the Principal on academic and operational decisions — leading a section/team, driving teacher development, overseeing assessments, and holding the line on standards. What you will do:
- Own academic outcomes for the assigned portfolio.
- Coach teachers, especially those in their first few years.
- Drive disciplined execution of the academic and assessment calendar.
- Represent the school in academic forums and audits.
- Work with the Principal on medium-term plans. 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 (₹8.9 LPA – ₹22.8 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. Send your CV through this listing — no separate email is required for Vidya Mandir Senior Secondary School Estancia. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.
Common questions about this role
Where exactly is Vidya Mandir Senior Secondary School Estancia located?
The school is in Chengalpattu, Tamilnadu. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
Will I get PF and statutory benefits?
Yes — established schools provide EPF (Provident Fund) and gratuity (after 5 years), and most also provide ESI for staff under the wage threshold. Specifics are spelled out in the offer letter.
What qualifications are required for a HOD English?
Most HOD English roles require a relevant Bachelor's/Master's in the subject plus a B.Ed (or equivalent teacher-training qualification). Specific board requirements (CTET, IB workshops, IGCSE training) may also apply.
Are meals provided at school?
Most schools offer a subsidised staff canteen or a daily mid-morning snack and lunch. Boarding schools typically include all meals for residential staff.
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.
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 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 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.
Does Vidya Mandir Senior Secondary School Estancia help with relocation from another city?
Many CBSE, ICSE and IB schools in Chengalpattu offer on-campus or subsidised accommodation, one-time relocation reimbursement, or help finding rentals nearby. Ask about "relocation assistance" and "staff quarters" in the interview — it's a common ask.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Vidya Mandir Senior Secondary School Estancia follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
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Key facts about Vidya Mandir Senior Secondary School Estancia
- Founded
- 2021
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- MEENAKSHI JANAKIRAMAN
- Affiliation #
- 1931445
Vidya Mandir Senior Secondary School Estancia is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2021, located in Chengalpattu, Tamilnadu.
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