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HOD Languages

₹7.2L – ₹19L / yr5–8 yrsCloses 21 Jul 19 days left
Kanyakumari, Tamilnadufull-timePosted 35d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Languages
School
Best School
City
Kanyakumari
State
Tamilnadu
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹7.2L – ₹19L per year
Experience
5–8 years
Posted
28 May 2026
Closing date
21 Jul 2026
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HOD Languages

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  • 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

Best School is hiring a HOD Languages in Kanyakumari, Tamilnadu. A full-time role — a CBSE-affiliated school, with structured planning time and clear academic deliverables. About Best School in Kanyakumari, Tamilnadu: a senior secondary institution, established 2015, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Known locally for steady academic delivery, a stable faculty base, and a balanced mix of academics, sports, and the arts. About the role: the HOD Languages is a senior position blending academic leadership with operational ownership — running reviews, mentoring teachers, handling escalations, and representing the school externally. Responsibilities:

  • Lead the assigned section/department on academic and operational matters.
  • Mentor teachers through observation, feedback, and development plans.
  • Oversee assessment cycles, result analysis, and improvement plans.
  • Handle parent escalations professionally and represent the school externally.
  • Drive a culture of academic rigour, discipline, and student wellbeing. 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. Benefits at a glance:
  • Market-aligned salary (₹7.2 LPA – ₹19.2 LPA).
  • Structured working hours with adequate planning time.
  • Investment in teacher and staff development across the year.
  • A workplace built on clarity and professional respect.
  • Long-term career growth at a school invested in its people. Apply now using this listing, and your CV reaches the Best School hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.

Common questions about this role

What does a typical day look like?

School days usually run 7.5–8 hours with 5–6 teaching periods, plus prep, lunch and one or two non-teaching duties (homework checks, library, club). Saturdays vary by school.

What's the interview process like for this teaching role?

Typical schools run a screening call → a demo class (15–30 minutes for the relevant grade) → a panel interview with the Principal/HOD. Some boards also ask for a written response or a sample lesson plan.

Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?

For most K-12 teaching positions in India a B.Ed (or NIOS D.El.Ed for primary) is preferred and often required by board affiliations. Some pre-primary and special-skill roles accept relevant certification in lieu.

What is the leave policy?

Schools usually offer 10–18 leaves per year on top of public/school holidays. Earned-leave encashment policies vary — check the offer letter.

What kind of professional development is offered?

Most schools run weekly/monthly in-house PD sessions on pedagogy and assessment. Funded external workshops (board-specific or subject-specific) are offered to teachers in good standing.

Who fits

Requirements & role details

Role details

Vacancies
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About the school

Best School

Key facts about Best School

Key facts
Founded
2015
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
ANURADHA S
Affiliation #
1930812
Address
8-41/B3, PALOOR, KARUNGAL, KANYAKUMARI DISTRICT, TAMILNADU, 8-41/b3, Kanyakumari, Tamilnadu, 629157

Best School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2015, located in Kanyakumari, Tamilnadu.

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