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HOD Languages

at Macaulay International School · Cuttack · Apply in under 60 seconds.

₹7.0L – ₹10L / yr6–9 yrsCloses 20 Aug
Cuttack, Odishafull-timePosted 26d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Languages
School
Macaulay International School
City
Cuttack
State
Odisha
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹7.0L – ₹10L per year
Experience
6–9 years
Posted
7 Jun 2026
Closing date
20 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD Languages salary in Cuttack — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹7.0L
per year
Typical
₹8.6L
per year
Senior / high
₹10.2L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD Languages

at Macaulay International School

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  • 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

Macaulay International School invites applications for a HOD Languages in Cuttack, Odisha. The role is integral to our academic calendar, with reasonable workload and clear deliverables. Macaulay International School, established 2015, is a senior secondary campus in Cuttack, Odisha — a CBSE-affiliated school. Day-to-day work is anchored in curriculum maps, defined assessment cycles, and faculty review built into the calendar. What the role looks like: the HOD Languages owns outcomes for the assigned section/portfolio — academic quality, faculty development, parent engagement, and student wellbeing — and contributes to the school's strategic plans. 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. Ideal candidate — you have:
  • 8+ years in school education with leadership exposure.
  • Direct experience running a section, department, or full school.
  • A point of view on good teaching, good assessments, and good schools.
  • Patience to coach and firmness to enforce standards.
  • Strong personal organisation across multiple workstreams. Benefits and culture:
  • Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹7.0 LPA – ₹10.2 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. Submit your application here so Macaulay International School can shortlist you alongside the active pool. Strong profiles move to a brief teaching demo and a discussion with the academic head.

Common questions about this role

Is background verification done before joining?

Yes — most schools run document and reference verification, and many use third-party background checks. Keep your last 2–3 employer references and original certificates ready.

Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?

Yes, for board-affiliated school teaching roles a B.Ed is generally required. Exceptions exist for very experienced subject experts and for play-school/early-years specialists.

How do I make a resume for a CBSE HOD Languages job?

A CBSE-focused resume works best when it starts with a role-anchored headline, highlights B.Ed/CTET/PD upfront, and lists measurable outcomes (result percentages, project launches, retention) under each school. Skip generic corporate objectives. The School Jobs India resume builder has a ready template you can fill in and download.

Is there a probation period?

Most schools run a 3–6 month probation with the same salary as confirmation. Confirmation is typically subject to satisfactory performance reviews and document verification.

What qualifications are required for a HOD Languages?

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.

What's the interview process like for this teaching role?

Most schools have 2–3 rounds: an HR call, a demo lesson, then a leadership interview. Be ready to walk through one of your lesson plans and how you handle classroom management.

Are detailed lesson plans expected?

Schools generally require lesson plans aligned to the syllabus and pacing calendar. Coordinators review them weekly or fortnightly.

What is the leave policy?

Teaching staff typically get all school holidays plus 8–15 casual/sick leaves per academic year. Long vacations (summer, winter, Diwali, Holi breaks) follow the published school calendar.

How do I apply for this HOD Languages vacancy?

Apply through this page using your School Jobs India profile. Complete your profile first (qualifications, experience, references) — schools shortlist faster when the basics are in place.

What is the average HOD Languages salary in Cuttack?

Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, HOD Languages pay in Cuttack varies with years of experience (each 3-year block adds roughly 15-25%), board (IB > CBSE > state), and school size — the linked full pay report breaks these out further.

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Macaulay International School

Key facts about Macaulay International School

Key facts
Founded
2015
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
RAJASHREE ROUT
Affiliation #
1530385
Address
GYANA VIHAR,BARANG,CUTTACK, GYANA VIHAR,BARANG,CUTTACK, Gyana Vihar, Cuttack, Odisha, 754005

Macaulay International School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2015, located in Cuttack, Odisha.

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