Akhilesh Das Gupta School is hiring a HOD Languages — Akhilesh Das Gupta School in Lucknow
Akhilesh Das Gupta SchoolKey facts
- Role
- HOD Languages — Akhilesh Das Gupta School
- School
- Akhilesh Das Gupta School
- City
- Lucknow
- State
- Uttar Pradesh
- Board
- No Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹6.4L – ₹8.1L per year
- Experience
- 9–11 years
- Posted
- 30 May 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Akhilesh Das Gupta School is building a strong academic team and is looking for a HOD Languages — Akhilesh Das Gupta School who can lead learning with care, rigour, and consistency. Curriculum: NO BOARD. Apply directly through this listing — your profile is shared with the school as soon as you submit.
Akhilesh Das Gupta School, a No Board school in Lucknow, is hiring a HOD Languages.
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
About the school: Akhilesh Das Gupta School is a No Board Day School in Gomti Nagar, Lucknow.
What you'll handle as a HOD Languages — Akhilesh Das Gupta School
Set the standard for your subject — define exemplar lessons, run department meetings, and own board results for the department.
Working conditions
This is a day school — standard working hours with weekend off, occasional events and parent-teacher meetings.
About teaching in Lucknow
Lucknow has a strong ICSE and CBSE base and is one of UP's largest hiring markets for school staff.
Common questions about this role
What qualifications are required for a HOD Languages — Akhilesh Das Gupta School?
Most HOD Languages — Akhilesh Das Gupta School 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.
Is there a probation period?
Most schools run a 3–6 month probation with the same salary as confirmation. Confirmation is typically subject to satisfactory performance reviews and document verification.
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 background verification done before joining?
Yes — most schools run document and reference verification, and many use third-party background checks. Keep your last 2–3 employer references and original certificates ready.
When does the school want the joining date to be?
Joining dates are usually negotiable around the school calendar. Mid-term joining is common for replacement vacancies; new positions often align to April or the start of the next term.
About Akhilesh Das Gupta School
Akhilesh Das Gupta School is a day school affiliated to No Board, located in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh.
Akhilesh Das Gupta School is a No Board Day School in Gomti Nagar, Lucknow.
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