
HOD English — Vidya Pratishthan’s Dr. Cyrus Poonawalla School Opening — Vidya Pratishthan’s Dr. Cyrus Poonawalla School, Pune
Vidya Pratishthan’s Dr. Cyrus Poonawalla SchoolKey facts
- Role
- HOD English — Vidya Pratishthan’s Dr. Cyrus Poonawalla School
- School
- Vidya Pratishthan’s Dr. Cyrus Poonawalla School
- City
- Pune
- State
- Maharashtra
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹10L – ₹14L per year
- Experience
- 10–14 years
- Posted
- 12 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Now hiring: HOD English — Vidya Pratishthan’s Dr. Cyrus Poonawalla School — Vidya Pratishthan’s Dr. Cyrus Poonawalla School, Pune, Maharashtra. Shortlisting begins immediately and interviews are being scheduled on a rolling basis. The school has been running for 10+ years. Curriculum: CBSE. Use the Apply button to register your interest — interviews are usually scheduled within 5–7 days.
Vidya Pratishthan’s Dr. Cyrus Poonawalla School, a CBSE school in Pune, is hiring a HOD English.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead the subject department and mentor teachers
- Drive curriculum planning and assessment design
- Monitor student academic outcomes
- Coordinate with school leadership on academic matters
Requirements:
- 5-12 years of relevant experience
- Postgraduate in the subject with B.Ed; minimum 5 years of teaching
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What you'll handle as a HOD English — Vidya Pratishthan’s Dr. Cyrus Poonawalla School
Drive subject excellence: peer-observe teachers, build resource banks, lead subject enrichment, and represent the department in academic council.
Working in a CBSE school
CBSE schools value teachers comfortable with conceptual lesson design, art-integrated learning and NEP 2020-aligned pedagogy.
Working conditions
Day-school setup: regular school hours, scheduled events and standard term breaks.
About teaching in Pune
Pune has a healthy mix of CBSE, ICSE and IB schools, with strong demand around the academic-year onboarding cycle.
Common questions about this role
Do I have to work weekends?
Most day schools follow a 6-day or 5.5-day week with Sundays off. Occasional Saturdays may go to events, parent meetings, or PD sessions.
Is accommodation provided?
Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.
When are increments and bonuses given?
Most schools run yearly increments tied to the academic calendar (April cycle). Bonus structure depends on the school — confirm in writing before accepting the offer.
Are meals provided at school?
Subsidised tea/snacks are common; full meals depend on the school. Boarding schools usually provide meals as part of the package for resident staff.
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.
About Vidya Pratishthan’s Dr. Cyrus Poonawalla School
Vidya Pratishthan’s Dr. Cyrus Poonawalla School is a day school affiliated to CBSE, established in 2016, located in Pune, Maharashtra.
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