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HOD Languages

₹9.0L – ₹25L / yr5–9 yrsCloses 15 Aug
Pune, Maharashtrafull-timePosted 9d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Languages
School
Kothari International School
City
Pune
State
Maharashtra
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹9.0L – ₹25L per year
Experience
5–9 years
Posted
24 Jun 2026
Closing date
15 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD Languages salary in Pune — snapshot

Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.

Entry / low
₹9.0L
per year
Typical
₹16.9L
per year
Senior / high
₹24.9L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD Languages

at Kothari International School

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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.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a HOD Languages to join Kothari International School in Pune, Maharashtra. You will work alongside an experienced team that takes student outcomes seriously. About the institution: Kothari International School in Pune, Maharashtra — a senior secondary setup, established 2016, — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school invests consistently in academic resources, classroom technology, and a culture of professional respect. Position: as HOD Languages, you are part of the school's leadership group. The role demands strong judgement, calm execution, and a clear point of view on what good schooling looks like. Core responsibilities:

  • Lead and inspire a high-performing academic team.
  • Maintain standards through reviews, observations, and structured feedback.
  • Drive the assessment, reporting, and parent communication cycle.
  • Manage disciplinary cases, parent escalations, and staff conflicts.
  • Contribute to the school's strategic priorities as part of the leadership group. Requirements:
  • Master's degree with a relevant teaching qualification (B.Ed./M.Ed. preferred).
  • Significant classroom experience plus years in coordination/leadership.
  • Calm, confident judgement with students, parents, and staff.
  • Clear writing for academic plans, reports, and parent communication.
  • A track record of building and retaining strong teaching teams. Benefits and culture:
  • Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹9.0 LPA – ₹24.9 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. Send your CV through this listing — no separate email is required for Kothari International School. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.

Common questions about this role

How much experience do I need for this HOD Languages role?

The required experience is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Schools also consider relevant internships, board-prep training and student-teaching when evaluating early-career candidates.

What is the leave policy?

Schools usually offer 10–18 leaves per year on top of public/school holidays. Earned-leave encashment policies vary — check the offer letter.

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 Pune.

Do I have to work weekends?

Most day schools follow a 6-day or 5.5-day week with Sundays off. Occasional Saturdays may go to events, parent meetings, or PD sessions.

What is the average HOD Languages salary in Pune?

Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to HOD Languages roles in Pune. As a rough anchor, city tier and board affiliation move the number by 20-40% — IB and Cambridge schools sit at the top, state-board privates at the base.

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 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.

Who fits

Requirements & role details

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About the school

Kothari International School

Key facts about Kothari International School

Key facts
Founded
2016
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
Petronella Eates
Affiliation #
1130849
Address
SR NO. 54/2/1 (PART) & OTHERS, FOUNTAIN ROAD, KHARADI, PUNE 411 014, SR No. 54/2/1 (part) & Others, Pune, Maharashtra, 411014

Kothari International School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2016, located in Pune, Maharashtra.

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