HOD Languages

Guru Nanak Dev DAV Public School· Est. 1992 · CBSE · Amritsar
₹11.5L – ₹17.7LCBSEfull-timeOn-site7–9 yrs1 openingsCloses 25 Sep
● posted 3 Jun

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.

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 Amritsar.

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

Salary & benefits

₹11.5L – ₹17.7L / yr

Pay benchmark — HOD Languages in Amritsar

₹11.5L / yr
ENTRY / LOW
₹11.5L – ₹17.7L / yr
TYPICAL
₹17.7L / yr
SENIOR / HIGH
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.

Full job description

Overview

Guru Nanak Dev DAV Public School in Amritsar, Punjab is accepting applications for a HOD Languages. You will work with an experienced academic team in a setting that prioritises learning outcomes. Guru Nanak Dev DAV Public School in Amritsar, Punjab functions as a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1992,. The leadership team is closely involved in academic planning and faculty support, with a sharp focus on classroom impact. Role: as HOD Languages, you work closely with the Principal on academic and operational decisions — leading a section/team, driving teacher development, overseeing assessments, and holding the line on standards. 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. Candidate requirements:
  • Senior educator with a balanced view of academics and operations.
  • Proven ability to mentor teachers and improve outcomes over time.
  • Strong stakeholder management — board, parents, regulators, vendors.
  • Comfortable with data — assessments, attendance, faculty metrics.
  • A long-term thinker who can also execute well in the short term. Benefits and culture:
  • Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹11.5 LPA – ₹17.7 LPA).
  • Structured calendar with reasonable workload expectations.
  • Professional development through workshops and internal training.
  • A collaborative staff culture with clear leadership backing.
  • Stable, full-time employment at a settled school. Hit Apply on this page to put your CV in front of the Guru Nanak Dev DAV Public School academic lead. Selected profiles progress to a model class and a conversation with leadership.
Guru Nanak Dev DAV Public School
CBSE · Senior Secondary Level · Amritsar · Est. 1992
1992
FOUNDED
CBSE
BOARD
Senior Secondary Level
LEVEL
English
MEDIUM
NAVNEET SIDHU
PRINCIPAL
1630208
AFFILIATION
Amritsar, Punjab
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