HOD Languages

Orchids The International School, Sri Sowdeswari Nagar in Chengalpattu, Tamilnadu is seeking a HOD Languages who brings both subject depth and a student-first approach. The school invests heavily in teacher development. Orchids The International School, Sri Sowdeswari Nagar, established 2020, is a secondary school in Chengalpattu, Tamilnadu — a CBSE-affiliated school. The working culture is collaborative, professional, and grounded in student-centred decisions. Role: as HOD Languages, you work closely with the Principal on academic and operational decisions — leading a section/team, driving teacher development, overseeing assessments, and holding the line on standards. Responsibilities:

• Lead the assigned section/department on academic and operational matters.
• Mentor teachers through observation, feedback, and development plans.
• Oversee assessment cycles, result analysis, and improvement plans.
• Handle parent escalations professionally and represent the school externally.
• Drive a culture of academic rigour, discipline, and student wellbeing. 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.
• High professional integrity and a clear communication style. Why join us:
• Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹11.2 LPA – ₹20.1 LPA).
• Reasonable workload with planned holidays per the calendar.
• Real ownership of your subject/function from day one.
• A leadership team that listens, supports, and gives credit.
• A campus that respects educators as professionals. Click Apply at the top of this page to share your profile with Orchids The International School, Sri Sowdeswari Nagar. Suitable applicants are contacted directly to schedule the next round of conversations.