HOD Languages
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Languages
- School
- Pinegrove School, Subathu
- City
- Solan
- State
- North India
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹9.8L – ₹15L per year
- Experience
- 6–11 years
- Posted
- 21 May 2026
- Closing date
- 15 Jul 2026
HOD Languages
at Pinegrove School, Subathu
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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.
Job description
Overview
Pinegrove School, Subathu is looking for a HOD Languages in Solan, North India to strengthen its academic team. The school encourages peer observation and continuous professional learning. Pinegrove School, Subathu in Solan, North India functions as a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1998,. The leadership team is closely involved in academic planning and faculty support, with a sharp focus on classroom impact. Context: the HOD Languages reports into the Principal and works alongside other senior leaders. The role carries academic and operational responsibilities and is central to the school's day-to-day functioning. 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.
- High professional integrity and a clear communication style. Compensation and environment:
- Salary structured fairly across roles (₹9.8 LPA – ₹15.5 LPA).
- A calendar that respects academic delivery and personal time.
- Internal training, peer observation, and external workshops.
- A calm, professional, student-centred campus culture.
- Real backing from the leadership team when it matters. Complete your application via the button on this listing so Pinegrove School, Subathu receives your details directly. Matching profiles are shortlisted promptly and contacted by the academic office.
Common questions about this role
I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Absolutely — schools regularly hire candidates on notice. Be upfront about your release date so interview scheduling and the offer timeline can be aligned.
What is the salary for this HOD Languages role?
The salary band is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Final offers depend on your years of experience, qualifications and the interview outcome.
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.
Is English fluency required?
Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.
When are increments and bonuses given?
Most schools run yearly increments tied to the academic calendar (April cycle). Bonus structure depends on the school — confirm in writing before accepting the offer.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
Pinegrove School, Subathu
Key facts about Pinegrove School, Subathu
- Founded
- 1998
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 20:1
Pinegrove School, established in 1991, is a co-educational, purely residential, English medium boarding school affiliated to the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), Delhi, upto Class 12th. Pinegrove is a proud member of the prestigious Indian Public Schools' Conference (IPSC), Global Member of the Round Square, member of the NPSC, NCC, AFS, and is accredited with ISO 9001:2015 (BSI) certification. The school is also a member of the IAYP. Pinegrove is apportioned in two locations, amidst the most picturesque scenery of the Shimla Hills, both in District Solan, in the hilly State of Himachal Pradesh, India. The Dharampur location of the school is situated amidst a thick and beautiful grove of pines and Pinegrove School, Subathu is situated on the banks of a brook in the exotic valley of the erstwhile Kuthar State.
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