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HOD Languages

₹9.4L – ₹9.7L / yr5–9 yrsCloses 11 Aug
Kolkata, Kolkatafull-timePosted 20d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary

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Key facts

Role
HOD Languages
School
Bihani Academy
City
Kolkata
State
Kolkata
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹9.4L – ₹9.7L per year
Experience
5–9 years
Posted
12 Jun 2026
Closing date
11 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD Languages salary in Kolkata — snapshot

Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.

Entry / low
₹9.4L
per year
Typical
₹9.6L
per year
Senior / high
₹9.7L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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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

Bihani Academy in Kolkata, Kolkata is hiring a HOD Languages. The school is known for its disciplined academic culture and consistent investment in faculty wellbeing. About Bihani Academy: a senior secondary institution in Kolkata, Kolkata — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2007,. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. Role: as HOD Languages, 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. Day to day, you will:

  • Run faculty meetings, academic reviews, and section-level planning.
  • Observe classes, give actionable feedback, follow up on teacher development.
  • Approve calendars, assessment papers, and major parent communication.
  • Engage with leadership on hiring, budgets, and infrastructure needs.
  • Spend time on the floor — corridors, classrooms, labs — to read the school accurately. Qualifications and skills:
  • Master's degree with a recognised teaching/leadership qualification.
  • Track record of leading improvement at section or school level.
  • Hiring, coaching, performance management, and conflict resolution skills.
  • Solid grasp of curriculum, assessment, and parent communication.
  • High professional integrity and a clear communication style. What we offer:
  • Competitive, on-time salary (₹9.4 LPA – ₹9.7 LPA).
  • Defined working hours aligned with the school timetable.
  • Investment in your growth — training, mentorship, peer learning.
  • A respectful work environment focused on outcomes.
  • Access to school resources, libraries, labs, and digital tools. Hit Apply on this page to put your CV in front of the Bihani Academy academic lead. Selected profiles progress to a model class and a conversation with leadership.

Common questions about this role

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

Most schools have 2–3 rounds: an HR call, a demo lesson, then a leadership interview. Be ready to walk through one of your lesson plans and how you handle classroom management.

When are increments and bonuses given?

Annual increments are usually announced in March/April, alongside the new academic year. Performance-linked bonuses vary by school — some pay a one-month festive bonus, others none.

Do I have to work weekends?

Standard week is Monday to Saturday (often half-day Saturday). Occasional event Sundays exist (Annual Day, Sports Day, admissions test days) and are usually compensated with a comp-off.

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.

Which curriculum does the school follow?

Bihani Academy follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.

Where can I find similar vacancies?

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What is the average HOD Languages salary in Kolkata?

Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, HOD Languages pay in Kolkata varies with years of experience (each 3-year block adds roughly 15-25%), board (IB > CBSE > state), and school size — the linked full pay report breaks these out further.

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Role details

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About the school

Bihani Academy

Key facts about Bihani Academy

Key facts
Founded
2007
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary
Student-teacher ratio
25:1
Address
Diamond Harbour Road, Khariberia, Diamond Harbour Road, Khariberia, Kolkata, Kolkata, 743503

Bihani Academy is a senior secondary affiliated to CBSE, established in 2007, located in Kolkata, Kolkata. Classes follow a 25:1 student–teacher ratio.

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