HOD Languages — St. Xavier’s Collegiate School Vacancy at St. Xavier’s Collegiate School, Kolkata
St. Xavier’s Collegiate SchoolKey facts
- Role
- HOD Languages — St. Xavier’s Collegiate School
- School
- St. Xavier’s Collegiate School
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- CISCE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹7.0L – ₹11L per year
- Experience
- 10–15 years
- Posted
- 8 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
St. Xavier’s Collegiate School, a CISCE 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: The Catholic school is a learning community animated by the Divine Spirit of Love and Freedom, and living the Gospel values. It shares Christs concern for the liberation and fullness of life of all peoples, especially of those in greatest need. In the Catholic school, young people of any religious family find scope within their own cultural milieu to reflect on their lives in the light of their faith and to develop not only in knowledge and skills but also in wisdom which is the fruit of reflection on life and its lessons. As they grow towards human maturity they are enabled with the help of the Divine Spirit and the support of the school to find meaning and purpose in their lives, and are inspired to live and work for the building up of a just and fraternal society.
Common questions about this role
How much experience do I need for this HOD Languages — St. Xavier’s Collegiate 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.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
St. Xavier’s Collegiate School follows the ICSE/ISC curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
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 non-teaching duties are expected?
Beyond teaching periods you'll typically own a homeroom, run one club/activity, support exam logistics, and contribute to one school-wide initiative each term.
I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Absolutely — schools regularly hire candidates on notice. Be upfront about your release date so interview scheduling and the offer timeline can be aligned.
About St. Xavier’s Collegiate School
The Catholic school is a learning community animated by the Divine Spirit of Love and Freedom, and living the Gospel values. It shares Christs concern for the liberation and fullness of life of all peoples, especially of those in greatest need. In the Catholic school, young people of any religious family find scope within their own cultural milieu to reflect on their lives in the light of their faith and to develop not only in knowledge and skills but also in wisdom which is the fruit of reflection on life and its lessons. As they grow towards human maturity they are enabled with the help of the Divine Spirit and the support of the school to find meaning and purpose in their lives, and are inspired to live and work for the building up of a just and fraternal society.
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