HOD Languages — St. Patrick's Anglo-Indian Higher Secondary School Opening — St. Patrick's Anglo-Indian Higher Secondary School, Chennai

St. Patrick's Anglo-Indian Higher Secondary School
Chennai, Tamil Nadufull-time₹5.6L – ₹9.2L / yrState Board7–12 yrs expPosted 18d ago

Key facts

Role
HOD Languages — St. Patrick's Anglo-Indian Higher Secondary School
School
St. Patrick's Anglo-Indian Higher Secondary School
City
Chennai
State
Tamil Nadu
Board
State Board
School type
Day School
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹5.6L – ₹9.2L per year
Experience
7–12 years
Posted
5 Jun 2026
Closing date
18 Aug 2026
Day School
Est. 1875

Job description

Overview

Day to day, the HOD Languages — St. Patrick's Anglo-Indian Higher Secondary School at St. Patrick's Anglo-Indian Higher Secondary School will plan lessons, run classes, mark work, and partner with parents — supported by an experienced academic team. Curriculum: STATE BOARD. Hit Apply to share your CV with the school. Strong applicants are typically contacted within a week.

St. Patrick's Anglo-Indian Higher Secondary School, a State Board 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. Patrick's Anglo-Indian Higher Secondary School is a State Board Day School in Adyar, Chennai.

What you'll handle as a HOD Languages — St. Patrick's Anglo-Indian Higher Secondary School

Drive subject excellence: peer-observe teachers, build resource banks, lead subject enrichment, and represent the department in academic council.

Working in a STATE BOARD school

State-board schools value teachers who can translate concepts in the regional language and align to the state textbook.

Working conditions

Day-school setup: regular school hours, scheduled events and standard term breaks.

About teaching in Chennai

Chennai schools span Matriculation, CBSE, ICSE and IB, with strong English-medium demand across the city.

Common questions about this role

Is English fluency required?

Bilingual fluency (English + regional language) is typically expected at state-board schools, especially for lower grades. Senior-secondary subject roles lean more English-first.

Where exactly is St. Patrick's Anglo-Indian Higher Secondary 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.

What's the interview process like for this teaching role?

Typical schools run a screening call → a demo class (15–30 minutes for the relevant grade) → a panel interview with the Principal/HOD. Some boards also ask for a written response or a sample lesson plan.

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.

Is there a probation period?

Yes — a 3 to 6 month probation is standard in K-12 schools across India. Benefits like PF and gratuity continue to accrue from day one regardless.

About St. Patrick's Anglo-Indian Higher Secondary School

St. Patrick's Anglo-Indian Higher Secondary School is a day school affiliated to State Board, established in 1875, located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu.

St. Patrick's Anglo-Indian Higher Secondary School is a State Board Day School in Adyar, Chennai.

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