HOD Languages
The Doveton Boys Higher Secondary School· Est. 1888 · ICSE · Chennai
₹7.4L – ₹21.8LICSEcontractOn-site6–8 yrs2 openings⏱ Closes 12 Dec
● posted 13 Sep
Why apply
Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
ICSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
Established school — running since 1888.
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
- 2
Working in an ICSE school
This is an ICSE/ISC school — expect a project-heavy curriculum, strong language emphasis and detailed internal assessment portfolios.
Working conditions
Day-school setup: regular school hours, scheduled events and standard term breaks.
Career path
Explore adjacent roles teachers move to next in Chennai.
Salary & benefits
₹7.4L – ₹21.8L / yr
Pay benchmark — HOD Languages in Chennai
₹7.4L / yr
ENTRY / LOW
₹7.4L – ₹21.8L / yr
TYPICAL
₹21.8L / yr
SENIOR / HIGH
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
Full job description
Overview
The Doveton Boys Higher Secondary School, established 1888, is a ICSE / CISCE-affiliated senior secondary school in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. The school is hiring a HOD Languages. 2 positions open. Indicative pay: ₹7.4 LPA–₹21.8 LPA per year. Expected joining: April 2027 session. 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. Qualifications and skills:
- Master's degree with a recognised teaching/leadership qualification.
- Track record of leading improvement at section or school level.
- Hiring, coaching, performance management, and conflict resolution skills.
- Solid grasp of curriculum, assessment, and parent communication.
The Doveton Boys Higher Secondary School
ICSE · Chennai · Est. 1888 · 20:1 students per teacher
1888
FOUNDED
ICSE
BOARD
senior secondary
LEVEL
English
MEDIUM
20:1
STUDENTS / TEACHER
1 - 12 Class
GRADES
["English"]
LANGUAGES
Chennai, Tamil Nadu