HOD Languages
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Languages
- School
- Heritage Academy
- City
- Kotdwar
- State
- Uttarakhand
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹8.8L – ₹9.0L per year
- Experience
- 6–9 years
- Posted
- 3 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 29 Jul 2026
HOD Languages salary in Kotdwar — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
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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
Heritage Academy is recruiting a HOD Languages in Kotdwar, Uttarakhand. The academic framework is built around clear learning goals, regular reviews, and a healthy planning rhythm. Heritage Academy, established 2011, is a senior secondary school in Kotdwar, Uttarakhand — a CBSE-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. 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. Compensation and environment:
- Salary structured fairly across roles (₹8.8 LPA – ₹9.0 LPA).
- A calendar that respects academic delivery and personal time.
- Internal training, peer observation, and external workshops.
- A calm, professional, student-centred campus culture.
- Real backing from the leadership team when it matters. Submit your application online from this page to be considered by Heritage Academy. Interview slots are scheduled after profile review, typically inside five to seven working days.
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.
What non-teaching duties are expected?
Beyond teaching periods you'll typically own a homeroom, run one club/activity, support exam logistics, and contribute to one school-wide initiative each term.
How do I make a resume for a CBSE HOD Languages job?
Lead with a two-line headline (role + years of experience), then Education, Certifications (B.Ed, CTET, board-specific PD), Experience with 3-4 bullet outcomes per school (results, class sizes, projects), and one line each for co-curricular, tech tools and languages. Keep to one page and use the free School Jobs India resume builder for a school-style layout.
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.
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 this a contract or permanent role?
This is listed as a full time role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.
Is this a fixed-term or open-ended contract?
Most permanent teaching roles in Indian K-12 schools are open-ended after a 3–6 month probation. The offer letter you receive will state the exact terms, including probation, notice period and confirmation criteria.
What questions are asked in a HOD Languages interview?
Typical rounds cover self-introduction, why teaching, classroom-management scenarios, subject/syllabus knowledge, and one differentiation scenario. Scroll to "Interview questions & answers" below for six sample questions with model answers tuned for HOD Languages roles in Kotdwar.
Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?
For most K-12 teaching positions in India a B.Ed (or NIOS D.El.Ed for primary) is preferred and often required by board affiliations. Some pre-primary and special-skill roles accept relevant certification in lieu.
When does the school want the joining date to be?
Most school roles aim for a joining around the start of the next academic month or term. Once shortlisted, the school will agree a realistic date based on your notice period.
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Role details
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- 3
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Key facts about Heritage Academy
- Founded
- 2011
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 18:1
Heritage Academy is a senior secondary affiliated to CBSE, established in 2011, located in Kotdwar, Uttarakhand. Classes follow a 18:1 student–teacher ratio.
The school was established in 2011.Heritage Academy is a Co-ed school affiliated to Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE). It is managed by Mukandi Lal Sheila Hayde Society.
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