Nalanda Vidyapeeth is hiring a HOD Languages — Nalanda Vidyapeeth in Kolkata

Nalanda Vidyapeeth
Kolkata, West Bengalfull-time₹8.0L – ₹12L / yrICSE9–13 yrs expPosted 10d ago

Key facts

Role
HOD Languages — Nalanda Vidyapeeth
School
Nalanda Vidyapeeth
City
Kolkata
State
West Bengal
Board
ICSE
School type
Day School
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹8.0L – ₹12L per year
Experience
9–13 years
Posted
11 Jun 2026
Closing date
18 Aug 2026
Day School

Job description

Overview

Nalanda Vidyapeeth, a ICSE school in Kolkata, is hiring a HOD Languages.

Key responsibilities:

  • Lead the subject department and mentor teachers
  • Drive curriculum planning and assessment design
  • Monitor student academic outcomes
  • Coordinate with school leadership on academic matters

Requirements:

  • 5-12 years of relevant experience
  • Postgraduate in the subject with B.Ed; minimum 5 years of teaching

About the school: Nalanda Vidyapeeth is a highly esteemed co-educational institution renowned for its adherence to the ICSE curriculum. The school is dedicated to providing comprehensive educational services catering to students from nursery through 5th grade. One of its distinguishing features is the maintenance of a low student-teacher ratio of 6:1, ensuring personalized attention and support for every student.

Common questions about this role

Will I get PF and statutory benefits?

Yes — established schools provide EPF (Provident Fund) and gratuity (after 5 years), and most also provide ESI for staff under the wage threshold. Specifics are spelled out in the offer letter.

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 kind of professional development is offered?

Most schools run weekly/monthly in-house PD sessions on pedagogy and assessment. Funded external workshops (board-specific or subject-specific) are offered to teachers in good standing.

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.

Is English fluency required?

Yes — instruction is in English at most ICSE/ISC schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.

About Nalanda Vidyapeeth

Nalanda Vidyapeeth is a highly esteemed co-educational institution renowned for its adherence to the ICSE curriculum. The school is dedicated to providing comprehensive educational services catering to students from nursery through 5th grade. One of its distinguishing features is the maintenance of a low student-teacher ratio of 6:1, ensuring personalized attention and support for every student.

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