HOD Languages
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Languages
- School
- St. Stephen's High School
- City
- Vaishali
- State
- Bihar
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹13L – ₹28L per year
- Experience
- 6–10 years
- Posted
- 1 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 7 Aug 2026
HOD Languages
at St. Stephen's High School
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Why apply
- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
Job description
Overview
Join St. Stephen's High School in Vaishali, Bihar as our next HOD Languages. The school invests in its faculty and runs a calm, well-organised academic calendar. St. Stephen's High School in Vaishali, Bihar functions as a secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2022,. The leadership team is closely involved in academic planning and faculty support, with a sharp focus on classroom impact. Role: as HOD Languages, you work closely with the Principal on academic and operational decisions — leading a section/team, driving teacher development, overseeing assessments, and holding the line on standards. Responsibilities:
- Lead the assigned section/department on academic and operational matters.
- Mentor teachers through observation, feedback, and development plans.
- Oversee assessment cycles, result analysis, and improvement plans.
- Handle parent escalations professionally and represent the school externally.
- Drive a culture of academic rigour, discipline, and student wellbeing. Qualifications and skills:
- Master's degree with a recognised teaching/leadership qualification.
- Track record of leading improvement at section or school level.
- Hiring, coaching, performance management, and conflict resolution skills.
- Solid grasp of curriculum, assessment, and parent communication.
- High professional integrity and a clear communication style. Benefits and culture:
- Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹12.8 LPA – ₹28.1 LPA).
- Structured calendar with reasonable workload expectations.
- Professional development through workshops and internal training.
- A collaborative staff culture with clear leadership backing.
- Stable, full-time employment at a settled school. Submit your application here so St. Stephen's High School can shortlist you alongside the active pool. Strong profiles move to a brief teaching demo and a discussion with the academic head.
Common questions about this role
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.
When are increments and bonuses given?
Annual increments are usually announced in March/April, alongside the new academic year. Performance-linked bonuses vary by school — some pay a one-month festive bonus, others none.
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?
Most HOD Languages 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.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 2
St. Stephen's High School
Key facts about St. Stephen's High School
- Founded
- 2022
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary Level
- Principal
- MANISHA KUMARI
- Affiliation #
- 331217
St. Stephen's High School is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2022, located in Vaishali, Bihar.
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