HOD Languages — St. Francis International School Opening — St. Francis International School, Chennai
St. Francis International SchoolKey facts
- Role
- HOD Languages — St. Francis International School
- School
- St. Francis International School
- City
- Chennai
- State
- Tamil Nadu
- Board
- IGCSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹8.9L – ₹13L per year
- Experience
- 6–9 years
- Posted
- 10 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
St. Francis International School, a IGCSE school in Chennai, 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: St. Francis International School Chennai is one of the best IGCSE schools, providing the highest quality and truly international standards of education. SFIS holds firm in its belief that students do their best and teaching becomes productive when research is underlined as a criteria for scholarship, systematically guided by dedicated and quality teaching. The school has impeccable infrastructure for classroom learning and a well equipped staff of qualified teachers who are deeply conscious of their stellar part that they play in not just teaching students but in shaping and molding the citizens of tomorrow. WHY US? : CHILD FRIENDLY ATMOSPHERE ♦ EXTENSIVE CHOICE OF EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES ♦ IGCSE CURRICULUM ♦ EFFECTIVE SCHOOL PARENT INTERACTION ♦ UPGRADATION EVERY YEAR ♦ SAFE AND STAFF ASSISTED TRANSPORTATION
Common questions about this role
Is accommodation provided?
Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.
What does a typical day look like?
School days usually run 7.5–8 hours with 5–6 teaching periods, plus prep, lunch and one or two non-teaching duties (homework checks, library, club). Saturdays vary by school.
How much experience do I need for this HOD Languages — St. Francis International School 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.
Where exactly is St. Francis International School located?
The school is in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
Is background verification done before joining?
Standard pre-joining checks cover qualification documents, prior employment, and reference calls. Some larger groups also do criminal-record verification.
About St. Francis International School
St. Francis International School Chennai is one of the best IGCSE schools, providing the highest quality and truly international standards of education. SFIS holds firm in its belief that students do their best and teaching becomes productive when research is underlined as a criteria for scholarship, systematically guided by dedicated and quality teaching. The school has impeccable infrastructure for classroom learning and a well equipped staff of qualified teachers who are deeply conscious of their stellar part that they play in not just teaching students but in shaping and molding the citizens of tomorrow. WHY US? : CHILD FRIENDLY ATMOSPHERE ♦ EXTENSIVE CHOICE OF EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES ♦ IGCSE CURRICULUM ♦ EFFECTIVE SCHOOL PARENT INTERACTION ♦ UPGRADATION EVERY YEAR ♦ SAFE AND STAFF ASSISTED TRANSPORTATION
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