HOD Languages
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Overview
DAV Public School, Kumarsain & Kumarsain invites applications for a HOD Languages in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh. The role is integral to our academic calendar, with reasonable workload and clear deliverables. DAV Public School, Kumarsain & Kumarsain, established 1992, is a senior secondary campus in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh — a CBSE-affiliated school. Day-to-day work is anchored in curriculum maps, defined assessment cycles, and faculty review built into the calendar. 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. 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. 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 (₹13.0 LPA – ₹18.0 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 here so DAV Public School, Kumarsain & Kumarsain can shortlist you alongside the active pool. Strong profiles move to a brief teaching demo and a discussion with the academic head.