HOD Languages

₹8.7L – ₹16.1LCBSEcontractOn-site6–10 yrs1 openingsCloses 8 Sep
● posted 17 May

Why apply

Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.

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
1

Working in a CBSE school

This school follows the CBSE framework, so expect continuous and comprehensive assessment, NEP-aligned competency questions, and a strong emphasis on subject enrichment activities.

Career path

Explore adjacent roles teachers move to next in Kolhapur.

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

Salary & benefits

₹8.7L – ₹16.1L / yr

Pay benchmark — HOD Languages in Kolhapur

₹8.7L / yr
ENTRY / LOW
₹8.7L – ₹16.1L / yr
TYPICAL
₹16.1L / yr
SENIOR / HIGH
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.

Full job description

Overview

Dr. Cyrus Poonawalla International School in Kolhapur, Maharashtra is on the lookout for a HOD Languages. The school values educators who care about classroom culture as much as curriculum delivery. About Dr. Cyrus Poonawalla International School in Kolhapur, Maharashtra: a secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school. Known locally for steady academic delivery, a stable faculty base, and a balanced mix of academics, sports, and the arts. Details: a high-ownership leadership role. The HOD Languages leads by example in classrooms, faculty meetings, and parent interactions, while keeping the school's long-term direction in view. 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. Benefits at a glance:
  • Market-aligned salary (₹8.7 LPA – ₹16.1 LPA).
  • Structured working hours with adequate planning time.
  • Investment in teacher and staff development across the year.
  • A workplace built on clarity and professional respect.
  • Long-term career growth at a school invested in its people. Click Apply at the top of this page to share your profile with Dr. Cyrus Poonawalla International School. Suitable applicants are contacted directly to schedule the next round of conversations.
Dr. Cyrus Poonawalla International School
CBSE · Secondary · Kolhapur
CBSE
BOARD
Secondary
LEVEL
English
MEDIUM
English, Hindi
LANGUAGES
Kolhapur, Maharashtra
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