HOD Languages — St. John High School Opening — St. John High School, Kolkata
St. John High SchoolKey facts
- Role
- HOD Languages — St. John High School
- School
- St. John High School
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- ICSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹6.0L – ₹9.5L per year
- Experience
- 6–10 years
- Posted
- 14 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
St. John High School, 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: St. John High School is widely regarded as one of the best co-educational English medium schools in Tollygunge, Kolkata. Offering a comprehensive curriculum following the ICSE guidelines. The school caters to students from nursery to 10th grade and has been providing quality education since its establishment in 2005.
Common questions about this role
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.
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.
Do I have to work weekends?
Most day schools follow a 6-day or 5.5-day week with Sundays off. Occasional Saturdays may go to events, parent meetings, or PD sessions.
How much experience do I need for this HOD Languages — St. John High 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.
Do staff get fee concession for their children?
Many established schools offer 50–100% tuition concession for the children of full-time staff, subject to admission criteria. Confirm specifics in the offer letter.
About St. John High School
St. John High School is widely regarded as one of the best co-educational English medium schools in Tollygunge, Kolkata. Offering a comprehensive curriculum following the ICSE guidelines. The school caters to students from nursery to 10th grade and has been providing quality education since its establishment in 2005.
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