Head of English / Senior English Faculty

Location: Dehradun, Uttarakhand

Employment Type: Full-time

Work Mode: On-site / Residential Boarding School

Department: English

Experience: 8–15+ years

Position: HOD / Senior English Faculty

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced and passionate Head of English / Senior English Faculty to lead the English Department of a reputed residential boarding school in Mussoorie.

The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in English Language and Literature, excellent classroom and academic leadership skills, and preferably experience with Cambridge/IGCSE and/or A-Level curriculum.

The role requires an educator who can combine strong academic knowledge with effective department leadership, curriculum planning, mentoring of teachers, and development of students' communication, critical thinking, writing, and analytical skills.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead and manage the English Department and ensure high academic standards.
- Teach English Language and/or English Literature to senior school students.
- Develop and implement curriculum, lesson plans, assessments, and academic resources.
- Preferably handle Cambridge IGCSE / AS & A Level English curriculum.
- Mentor, guide, and evaluate English faculty members.
- Monitor student academic progress and implement improvement plans.
- Prepare students for board examinations and ensure strong examination outcomes.
- Develop students' reading, writing, speaking, presentation, and critical-thinking skills.
- Conduct regular assessments, moderation, and academic reviews.




- Coordinate departmental meetings, academic planning, and teacher development initiatives.
- Encourage innovative and engaging teaching methodologies.
- Support extracurricular activities such as debating, public speaking, creative writing, literary clubs, drama, and school publications.
- Maintain effective communication with students, parents, school leadership, and other departments.
- Contribute to the overall academic and pastoral environment of the boarding school.
- Participate in school events, residential duties, and other responsibilities as required.

Required Qualifications
- Master's Degree in English / English Literature or a relevant discipline.
- B.Ed. or equivalent teaching qualification preferred/required as per school norms.
- 8–15+ years of relevant teaching experience.
- Experience in a senior academic/leadership role such as HOD English, Head of English, English Coordinator, or Senior English Faculty.
- Strong experience teaching senior school students.
- Excellent written and spoken English communication.
- Strong classroom management and leadership skills.

Preferred Experience Candidates with experience in the following will be strongly preferred:
- Cambridge IGCSE




- Cambridge International AS & A Level
- Cambridge English curriculum
- International curriculum
- Premium boarding/residential schools
- English Literature and English Language
- Examination preparation and assessment
- Department leadership and teacher mentoring

Candidate Profile We are looking for an educator who is:
- Academically strong and intellectually curious.
- An excellent communicator and public speaker.
- Passionate about English Language and Literature.
- Confident in leading a team of teachers.
- Comfortable working in a residential/boarding-school environment.
- Student-focused and committed to holistic education.
- Skilled, well-presented, disciplined, and collaborative.
- Capable of working effectively with students, parents, teachers, and school leadership.

Why Join Us?
- Opportunity to work with a reputed residential boarding school in Dehradun.
- Leadership opportunity within the English Department.
- Opportunity to work with senior school students in a stimulating academic environment.
- Professional growth and academic leadership exposure.
- Competitive compensation based on qualifications and experience.
- Boarding/accommodation and other benefits may be provided as per school policy.

How to Apply Interested candidates with relevant English teaching and academic leadership experience may apply with their updated CV.

Pay: ₹1,200,000.00 - ₹1,400,000.00 per year

Benefits

- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid sick time

Work Location: In person

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