Sir J.J. Fort Boys’ High School is hiring a HOD Languages — Sir J.J. Fort Boys’ High School in Mumbai
Sir J.J. Fort Boys’ High SchoolKey facts
- Role
- HOD Languages — Sir J.J. Fort Boys’ High School
- School
- Sir J.J. Fort Boys’ High School
- City
- Mumbai
- State
- Maharashtra
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹8.7L – ₹12L per year
- Experience
- 11–15 years
- Posted
- 15 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
HOD Languages — Sir J.J. Fort Boys’ High School at Sir J.J. Fort Boys’ High School, Mumbai. A focused role for educators ready to step into a structured classroom this academic year. Curriculum: STATE BOARD. Hit Apply to share your CV with the school. Strong applicants are typically contacted within a week.
Sir J.J. Fort Boys’ High School, a State Board school in Mumbai, 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: Sir J.J. Fort Boys’ High School is a State Board Day School in Fort, Mumbai.
What you'll handle as a HOD Languages — Sir J.J. Fort Boys’ High School
Lead a subject department: hire and mentor teachers, design subject scope-and-sequence, moderate assessments, and report on subject-level outcomes.
Working in a STATE BOARD school
This is a state-board school — expect bilingual delivery, state syllabus alignment and locally rooted curriculum context.
Working conditions
This is a day school — standard working hours with weekend off, occasional events and parent-teacher meetings.
About teaching in Mumbai
Mumbai's school market spans state board, CBSE, ICSE and IB — among the most diverse pay-band spreads in India.
Common questions about this role
What non-teaching duties are expected?
Common non-teaching duties include exam invigilation, homework correction, parent-teacher meetings, one co-curricular activity, and being a homeroom/tutor-group mentor.
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.
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 qualifications are required for a HOD Languages — Sir J.J. Fort Boys’ High School?
Most HOD Languages — Sir J.J. Fort Boys’ High School 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.
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.
About Sir J.J. Fort Boys’ High School
Sir J.J. Fort Boys’ High School is a day school affiliated to State Board, established in 1849, located in Mumbai, Maharashtra.
Sir J.J. Fort Boys’ High School is a State Board Day School in Fort, Mumbai.
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