HOD Languages — Douglas Memorial Higher Secondary School Vacancy at Douglas Memorial Higher Secondary School, Kolkata
Douglas Memorial Higher Secondary SchoolKey facts
- Role
- HOD Languages — Douglas Memorial Higher Secondary School
- School
- Douglas Memorial Higher Secondary School
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- ICSE
- School type
- Day Cum Boarding
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹7.6L – ₹11L per year
- Experience
- 8–11 years
- Posted
- 18 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Douglas Memorial Higher Secondary School, a ICSE school in Kolkata, is hiring a HOD Languages.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead the subject department and mentor teachers
- Drive curriculum planning and assessment design
- Monitor student academic outcomes
- Coordinate with school leadership on academic matters
Requirements:
- 5-12 years of relevant experience
- Postgraduate in the subject with B.Ed; minimum 5 years of teaching
About the school: Douglas Memorial Higher Secondary School (DMHSS) is a co-ed, English medium school in Barrackpore, Kolkata, India, founded in 1984 by Christian missionaries. It offers education from Pre-Nursery to Class 12 and is affiliated with the Council for Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE) and the Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE).
DMHSS Kolkata has been nurturing students’ co-curricular and extracurricular potential for 41 years, earning its status as a top school. With a primary and secondary department, it’s a second home for ages 3 to 18. The school has 2500 students, 84 teachers, 25 awards, and a vast alumni network of 10,000, preparing students for a greater future.
Common questions about this role
Are meals provided at school?
Subsidised tea/snacks are common; full meals depend on the school. Boarding schools usually provide meals as part of the package for resident staff.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Douglas Memorial Higher Secondary School follows the ICSE/ISC curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
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.
Is there a probation period?
Yes — a 3 to 6 month probation is standard in K-12 schools across India. Benefits like PF and gratuity continue to accrue from day one regardless.
Is school transport available for staff?
Many schools offer staff bus service on their main routes, either free or at a nominal fee. Availability depends on whether your home is near a school route — confirm with HR.
About Douglas Memorial Higher Secondary School
Douglas Memorial Higher Secondary School (DMHSS) is a co-ed, English medium school in Barrackpore, Kolkata, India, founded in 1984 by Christian missionaries. It offers education from Pre-Nursery to Class 12 and is affiliated with the Council for Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE) and the Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE). DMHSS Kolkata has been nurturing students’ co-curricular and extracurricular potential for 41 years, earning its status as a top school. With a primary and secondary department, it’s a second home for ages 3 to 18. The school has 2500 students, 84 teachers, 25 awards, and a vast alumni network of 10,000, preparing students for a greater future.
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