HOD Languages
Apply in ~90 seconds. Sign in or create a profile during apply.
Key facts
- Role
- HOD Languages
- School
- DAV Public School, Cantt Road Khagaul
- City
- Patna
- State
- Bihar
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹13L – ₹29L per year
- Experience
- 7–9 years
- Posted
- 26 May 2026
- Closing date
- 3 Aug 2026
HOD Languages salary in Patna — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
HOD Languages
at DAV Public School, Cantt Road Khagaul
Contact the school directly using the details below.
Apply in ~90 seconds. Sign in or create a profile during apply.
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.
Job description
Overview
DAV Public School, Cantt Road Khagaul requires a HOD Languages in Patna, Bihar for the upcoming academic year. A full-time role with reasonable workload expectations and clear deliverables. DAV Public School, Cantt Road Khagaul in Patna, Bihar functions as a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1989,. The leadership team is closely involved in academic planning and faculty support, with a sharp focus on classroom impact. 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. 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. Candidate requirements:
- Senior educator with a balanced view of academics and operations.
- Proven ability to mentor teachers and improve outcomes over time.
- Strong stakeholder management — board, parents, regulators, vendors.
- Comfortable with data — assessments, attendance, faculty metrics.
- A long-term thinker who can also execute well in the short term. What we offer:
- Competitive, on-time salary (₹13.0 LPA – ₹28.8 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. Submit your application online from this page to be considered by DAV Public School, Cantt Road Khagaul. Interview slots are scheduled after profile review, typically inside five to seven working days.
Common questions about this role
Is English fluency required?
Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.
Is this a remote / work-from-home opportunity?
School roles are on-site by default — classroom teaching and student supervision require physical presence. Online tutoring openings are tagged separately on School Jobs India.
Where exactly is DAV Public School, Cantt Road Khagaul located?
The school is in Patna, Bihar. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
How do I write an application email for this HOD Languages role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "HOD Languages application — DAV Public School, Cantt Road Khagaul"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why DAV Public School, Cantt Road Khagaul and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
Where can I find similar vacancies?
Use the "Similar jobs" panel below, or set up a free job alert so new matching vacancies arrive in your inbox the moment they're posted.
Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Most schools expect weekly lesson plans submitted to the coordinator/HOD, plus unit plans at the start of each term. Templates are usually provided.
Is accommodation provided?
Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 3
DAV Public School, Cantt Road Khagaul
Key facts about DAV Public School, Cantt Road Khagaul
- Founded
- 1989
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- SHASHI KANT JHA
- Affiliation #
- 330018
DAV Public School, Cantt Road Khagaul is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1989, located in Patna, Bihar.
See all school jobs →Working at DAV Public School, Cantt Road Khagaul
Where this school is
Interview questions & answers for HOD Languages
Common questions Indian schools ask for HOD Languages roles in Patna (CBSE panel) — with a short sample answer for each so you can walk in prepared.
1. Why did you choose teaching as a career?
Anchor it in a specific moment — a mentor, a classroom win, or an impact story on a student. Panels want authenticity plus a link to the future ("that's why I want to work with Grade X at your school"), not a scripted "I love kids" answer.
2. How would you handle a difficult parent meeting?
Listen first, restate the concern, share data (assessment scores, work samples, incident notes), then propose two next steps with a follow-up date. Emphasise you'd loop in the coordinator/HOD for anything unresolved — schools want partnership, not solo heroics.
3. How should I answer the salary expectation question?
Give a range, not a single number. Anchor on the typical HOD Languages band in Patna (see the Salary snapshot on this page) plus a 10-15% premium for your experience. Say you're open to discussion once the role scope is confirmed.
4. How do you handle classroom discipline?
Lead with prevention: clear routines, seating design, and engagement pacing. Follow with a de-escalation sequence (private redirect → restorative conversation → parent loop-in) and mention that you document incidents. Schools want a framework, not a "punish" answer.
5. Will I need to submit a sample lesson plan?
Assume yes — most CBSE schools ask for one alongside the demo. Structure it as: objective → prior knowledge check → input (10 min) → guided practice → independent task → plenary. Include differentiation notes and one assessment prompt.
6. How do you differentiate for mixed-ability classrooms?
Give a concrete example — tiered worksheets, flexible groupings, scaffolded reading. Reference formative assessment (exit tickets, mini-whiteboards) as how you decide which students need what, and how you record progress against CBSE learning outcomes.