HOD Languages
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Languages
- School
- Gopalan PU College
- City
- Bangalore
- State
- Karnataka
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Senior Secondary
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹7.1L – ₹19.9L per year
- Experience
- 7–10 years
- Posted
- 20 May 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Jul 2026
HOD Languages salary in Bangalore — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
State-board private schools sit at the lower end; government schools follow published pay scales.
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- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
Job description
Overview
Gopalan PU College invites applications for a HOD Languages in Bangalore, Karnataka. The role is integral to our academic calendar, with reasonable workload and clear deliverables. Gopalan PU College, established 2012, is a senior secondary school in Bangalore, Karnataka — a State Board-affiliated school. The working culture is collaborative, professional, and grounded in student-centred decisions. Context: the HOD Languages reports into the Principal and works alongside other senior leaders. The role carries academic and operational responsibilities and is central to the school's day-to-day functioning. 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. Requirements:
- Master's degree with a relevant teaching qualification (B.Ed./M.Ed. preferred).
- Significant classroom experience plus years in coordination/leadership.
- Calm, confident judgement with students, parents, and staff.
- Clear writing for academic plans, reports, and parent communication.
- A track record of building and retaining strong teaching teams. What we offer:
- Competitive, on-time salary (₹7.1 LPA – ₹19.9 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 on this page and Gopalan PU College will weigh your candidacy for the opening. Next steps usually include a short demo class and a panel discussion.
Common questions about this role
What arrangements are there for women teachers' commute and safety?
Staff transport with defined pickup points, a women-first evening drop policy, CCTV coverage in corridors and staff areas, and an active Internal Complaints Committee are the norm at most established Indian schools. Ask HR for the specific route serving your locality.
What is the leave policy?
Teaching staff typically get all school holidays plus 8–15 casual/sick leaves per academic year. Long vacations (summer, winter, Diwali, Holi breaks) follow the published school calendar.
How will I know if my application is being reviewed?
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What non-teaching duties are expected?
Common non-teaching duties include exam invigilation, homework correction, parent-teacher meetings, one co-curricular activity, and being a homeroom/tutor-group mentor.
What does a typical day look like?
Most teachers handle 4–6 instructional periods a day, with the rest going to lesson planning, assessment correction, and a co-curricular duty.
Will I get PF and statutory benefits?
Yes — established schools provide EPF (Provident Fund) and gratuity (after 5 years), and most also provide ESI for staff under the wage threshold. Specifics are spelled out in the offer letter.
Is background verification done before joining?
Yes — most schools run document and reference verification, and many use third-party background checks. Keep your last 2–3 employer references and original certificates ready.
How big are the classes?
Section sizes typically range from 25 to 40 students. The school will confirm exact section size during the interview based on the grade you'll teach.
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.
What qualifications are required for a HOD Languages?
Most HOD Languages roles require a relevant Bachelor's/Master's in the subject plus a B.Ed (or equivalent teacher-training qualification). Specific board requirements (CTET, IB workshops, IGCSE training) may also apply.
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Role details
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- 1
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Key facts about Gopalan PU College
- Founded
- 2012
- Board
- State Board
- Type
- Senior Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 24:1
Gopalan Pre-university college under the Directorate of Pre-university education in Bangalore, Karnataka and approved by the Government of Karnataka had its beginning in the Academic Year 2012-13, to offer Inclusive Commerce & Science Education. It is considered to be one of the best PU colleges in Bangalore.We emphasize on active learning where students are the center of the learning process making them a key factor in discovery instead of a passive receiver of information. We aim at forming students with social concern, conscience, compassion and personal and moral values, down the years. An amiable environment ensures that our students are geared to being global citizens, fully equipped to take on the various challenges of the world. The Academic Excellence does not merely remain at the level of high percentage results, but it is holistic.
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