HOD Languages

CK School of Practical Knowledge· Est. 1974 · CBSE · Cuddalore
₹11.2L – ₹18.8LCBSEfull-timeOn-site7–11 yrs3 openings⏱ Closes 30 Oct
● posted 4 Jun

Why apply

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 handle

·Set the subject's annual scope-and-sequence.
·Hire and onboard new subject teachers.
·Run weekly department meetings.
·Moderate assessments and exam papers for the subject.
·Own subject-level board results and improvement plans.

Requirements

Role details

Vacancies
3

Working in a CBSE school

CBSE schools value teachers comfortable with conceptual lesson design, art-integrated learning and NEP 2020-aligned pedagogy.

Career path

Explore adjacent roles teachers move to next in Cuddalore.

  1. Coordinator→
  2. Academic Coordinator→
  3. Vice Principal→
  4. Principal

Salary & benefits

₹11.2L – ₹18.8L / yr

Pay benchmark — HOD Languages in Cuddalore

₹11.2L / yr
ENTRY / LOW
₹11.2L – ₹18.8L / yr
TYPICAL
₹18.8L / yr
SENIOR / HIGH
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.

Full job description

Overview

CK School of Practical Knowledge invites applications for a HOD Languages in Cuddalore, Tamil Nadu. The role is integral to our academic calendar, with reasonable workload and clear deliverables. About CK School of Practical Knowledge: a senior secondary institution in Cuddalore, Tamil Nadu — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1974,. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. Position: as HOD Languages, you are part of the school's leadership group. The role demands strong judgement, calm execution, and a clear point of view on what good schooling looks like. What you will do:

  • Own academic outcomes for the assigned portfolio.
  • Coach teachers, especially those in their first few years.
  • Drive disciplined execution of the academic and assessment calendar.
  • Represent the school in academic forums and audits.
  • Work with the Principal on medium-term plans. 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 (₹11.2 LPA – ₹18.8 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. Apply now using this listing, and your CV reaches the CK School of Practical Knowledge hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.
CK School of Practical Knowledge
CBSE · Cuddalore · Est. 1974 · 30:1 students per teacher
1974
FOUNDED
CBSE
BOARD
senior secondary
LEVEL
English
MEDIUM
30:1
STUDENTS / TEACHER
English
LANGUAGES
Cuddalore, Tamil Nadu
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