Sushila Birla Girls School is hiring a HOD Languages — Sushila Birla Girls School in Kolkata
Sushila Birla Girls SchoolKey facts
- Role
- HOD Languages — Sushila Birla Girls School
- School
- Sushila Birla Girls School
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹8.2L – ₹11L per year
- Experience
- 9–11 years
- Posted
- 7 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Sushila Birla Girls School is building a strong academic team and is looking for a HOD Languages — Sushila Birla Girls School who can lead learning with care, rigour, and consistency. Curriculum: CBSE. The school has been running for 32+ years. Apply directly through this listing — your profile is shared with the school as soon as you submit.
Sushila Birla Girls School, a CBSE 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: Sushila Birla Girls School is a CBSE Day School in Elgin, Kolkata.
What you'll handle as a HOD Languages — Sushila Birla Girls School
Set the standard for your subject — define exemplar lessons, run department meetings, and own board results for the department.
Working in a CBSE school
This school follows the CBSE framework, so expect continuous and comprehensive assessment, NEP-aligned competency questions, and a strong emphasis on subject enrichment activities.
Working conditions
This is a day school — standard working hours with weekend off, occasional events and parent-teacher meetings.
About teaching in Kolkata
Kolkata has historic ICSE and CBSE schools alongside growing IB options, with hiring concentrated around March–May.
Common questions about this role
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.
I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Yes. Most schools accept candidates with up to 60 days of notice. Mention your last working day clearly in your application so the school can plan the joining accordingly.
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.
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.
How much experience do I need for this HOD Languages — Sushila Birla Girls School role?
Refer to the experience range posted on this page. If you're close to the minimum, apply with a strong demo lesson plan or portfolio — many schools flex by ±1 year for the right candidate.
About Sushila Birla Girls School
Sushila Birla Girls School is a day school affiliated to CBSE, established in 1994, located in Kolkata, West Bengal.
Sushila Birla Girls School is a CBSE Day School in Elgin, Kolkata.
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