HOD Languages
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Languages
- School
- Govt. Secondary School, Pelling- Chumpong
- City
- West Sikkim
- State
- Sikkim
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹7.6L – ₹18L per year
- Experience
- 6–9 years
- Posted
- 12 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
HOD Languages salary in West Sikkim — 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 Govt. Secondary School, Pelling- Chumpong
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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
Govt. Secondary School, Pelling- Chumpong requires a HOD Languages in West Sikkim, Sikkim for the upcoming academic year. A full-time role with reasonable workload expectations and clear deliverables. Govt. Secondary School, Pelling- Chumpong, established 1948, is a secondary campus in West Sikkim, Sikkim — a CBSE-affiliated school. Day-to-day work is anchored in curriculum maps, defined assessment cycles, and faculty review built into the calendar. 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. 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. Ideal candidate — you have:
- 8+ years in school education with leadership exposure.
- Direct experience running a section, department, or full school.
- A point of view on good teaching, good assessments, and good schools.
- Patience to coach and firmness to enforce standards.
- Strong personal organisation across multiple workstreams. Benefits at a glance:
- Market-aligned salary (₹7.6 LPA – ₹17.7 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. Submit your application on this page and Govt. Secondary School, Pelling- Chumpong will weigh your candidacy for the opening. Next steps usually include a short demo class and a panel discussion.
Common questions about this role
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.
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.
Where exactly is Govt. Secondary School, Pelling- Chumpong located?
The school is in West Sikkim, Sikkim. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
How big are the classes?
Class sizes in Indian K-12 schools usually fall in the 25–40 student range. Premium IB/IGCSE schools often cap sections at 22–25.
Is background verification done before joining?
Standard pre-joining checks cover qualification documents, prior employment, and reference calls. Some larger groups also do criminal-record verification.
Is the salary CTC or in-hand?
Schools quote CTC by default. In-hand depends on PF (12% employee share), professional tax, and your tax slab — ask HR for a sample salary structure before accepting.
Do staff get fee concession for their children?
Many established schools offer 50–100% tuition concession for the children of full-time staff, subject to admission criteria. Confirm specifics in the offer letter.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
Govt. Secondary School, Pelling- Chumpong
Key facts about Govt. Secondary School, Pelling- Chumpong
- Founded
- 1948
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary Level
- Principal
- PAWAN KUMAR SHARMA
- Affiliation #
- 1820212
Govt. Secondary School, Pelling- Chumpong is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1948, located in West Sikkim, Sikkim.
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