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    "description": "Amrita Vidyalayam, Makkoottam Punnol Thalassery, established 1998, is a CBSE-affiliated senior secondary school in Kannur, Kerala. The school is hiring a HOD Languages. 2 positions open. Indicative pay: ₹11.9 LPA–₹12.3 LPA per year. Expected joining: April 2027 session. What you will do:\n- Own academic outcomes for the assigned portfolio.\n- Coach teachers, especially those in their first few years.\n- Drive disciplined execution of the academic and assessment calendar.\n- Represent the school in academic forums and audits.\n- Work with the Principal on medium-term plans. Requirements:\n- Master's degree with a relevant teaching qualification (B.Ed./M.Ed. preferred).\n- Significant classroom experience plus years in coordination/leadership.\n- Calm, confident judgement with students, parents, and staff.\n- Clear writing for academic plans, reports, and parent communication.",
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  "descriptionText": "Amrita Vidyalayam, Makkoottam Punnol Thalassery, established 1998, is a CBSE-affiliated senior secondary school in Kannur, Kerala. The school is hiring a HOD Languages. 2 positions open. Indicative pay: ₹11.9 LPA–₹12.3 LPA per year. Expected joining: April 2027 session. What you will do:\n• Own academic outcomes for the assigned portfolio.\n• Coach teachers, especially those in their first few years.\n• Drive disciplined execution of the academic and assessment calendar.\n• Represent the school in academic forums and audits.\n• Work with the Principal on medium-term plans. Requirements:\n• Master's degree with a relevant teaching qualification (B.Ed./M.Ed. preferred).\n• Significant classroom experience plus years in coordination/leadership.\n• Calm, confident judgement with students, parents, and staff.\n• Clear writing for academic plans, reports, and parent communication.",
  "aboutTheRole": "This HOD role is for a senior teacher ready to set the standard for the subject and coach a small team to deliver it consistently.",
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    "Set the subject's annual scope-and-sequence.",
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    "Run weekly department meetings.",
    "Moderate assessments and exam papers for the subject.",
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      "heading": "What you'll handle as a HOD Languages",
      "body": "Lead a subject department: hire and mentor teachers, design subject scope-and-sequence, moderate assessments, and report on subject-level outcomes."
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      "id": "board-context",
      "heading": "Working in a CBSE school",
      "body": "**CBSE** schools value teachers comfortable with conceptual lesson design, art-integrated learning and NEP 2020-aligned pedagogy."
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    {
      "q": "When does the school want the joining date to be?",
      "a": "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."
    },
    {
      "q": "What non-teaching duties are expected?",
      "a": "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."
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    {
      "q": "Can I negotiate the salary at Amrita Vidyalayam, Makkoottam Punnol Thalassery?",
      "a": "Most schools have a defined band per role but the final number is negotiable within it. The strongest levers are recent teaching experience, board expertise, and willingness to take on coordinator/extra-curricular responsibilities."
    },
    {
      "q": "When are increments and bonuses given?",
      "a": "Most schools run yearly increments tied to the academic calendar (April cycle). Bonus structure depends on the school — confirm in writing before accepting the offer."
    },
    {
      "q": "What's the interview process like for this teaching role?",
      "a": "Typical schools run a screening call → a demo class (15–30 minutes for the relevant grade) → a panel interview with the Principal/HOD. Some boards also ask for a written response or a sample lesson plan."
    },
    {
      "q": "What qualifications are required for a HOD Languages?",
      "a": "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."
    },
    {
      "q": "Is background verification done before joining?",
      "a": "Standard pre-joining checks cover qualification documents, prior employment, and reference calls. Some larger groups also do criminal-record verification."
    },
    {
      "q": "Are detailed lesson plans expected?",
      "a": "Most schools expect weekly lesson plans submitted to the coordinator/HOD, plus unit plans at the start of each term. Templates are usually provided."
    },
    {
      "q": "Will I get PF and statutory benefits?",
      "a": "Most registered schools enrol staff in EPF from day one and pay statutory gratuity. ESI cover applies if your gross is within the eligibility limit at joining."
    },
    {
      "q": "How long does it take to hear back after applying?",
      "a": "Response times vary, but shortlisted candidates are typically contacted within a week. You'll get a notification on School Jobs India the moment the school updates your application status."
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