HOD Languages — St. Joseph College Vacancy at St. Joseph College, Lucknow
St. Joseph CollegeKey facts
- Role
- HOD Languages — St. Joseph College
- School
- St. Joseph College
- City
- Lucknow
- State
- Uttar Pradesh
- Board
- ICSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹8.2L – ₹12L per year
- Experience
- 9–13 years
- Posted
- 10 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Day to day, the HOD Languages — St. Joseph College at St. Joseph College will plan lessons, run classes, mark work, and partner with parents — supported by an experienced academic team. The school has been running for 39+ years. Curriculum: ICSE. Use the Apply button to register your interest — interviews are usually scheduled within 5–7 days.
St. Joseph College, a ICSE school in Lucknow, 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. Joseph College is a ICSE Day School in Aliganj, Lucknow.
What you'll handle as a HOD Languages — St. Joseph College
Drive subject excellence: peer-observe teachers, build resource banks, lead subject enrichment, and represent the department in academic council.
Working in an ICSE school
This is an ICSE/ISC school — expect a project-heavy curriculum, strong language emphasis and detailed internal assessment portfolios.
Working conditions
Day-school setup: regular school hours, scheduled events and standard term breaks.
About teaching in Lucknow
Lucknow has a strong ICSE and CBSE base and is one of UP's largest hiring markets for school staff.
Common questions about this role
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.
What is the leave policy?
Schools usually offer 10–18 leaves per year on top of public/school holidays. Earned-leave encashment policies vary — check the offer letter.
Is accommodation provided?
Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.
Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Most schools expect weekly lesson plans submitted to the coordinator/HOD, plus unit plans at the start of each term. Templates are usually provided.
Will I get PF and statutory benefits?
Most registered schools enrol staff in EPF from day one and pay statutory gratuity. ESI cover applies if your gross is within the eligibility limit at joining.
About St. Joseph College
St. Joseph College is a day school affiliated to ICSE, established in 1987, located in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh.
St. Joseph College is a ICSE Day School in Aliganj, Lucknow.
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