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HOD Languages

₹9.9L – ₹16L / yr6–11 yrsCloses 9 Jul 6 days left
Thoothukkudi, Tamilnadufull-timePosted 48d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Languages
School
Vels Vidhyalaya
City
Thoothukkudi
State
Tamilnadu
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹9.9L – ₹16L per year
Experience
6–11 years
Posted
16 May 2026
Closing date
9 Jul 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD Languages salary in Thoothukkudi — snapshot

Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.

Entry / low
₹9.9L
per year
Typical
₹13.1L
per year
Senior / high
₹16.4L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD Languages

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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.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Join the faculty at Vels Vidhyalaya as a HOD Languages in Thoothukkudi, Tamilnadu. The school maintains high academic standards alongside a collaborative, professional staff culture. About the institution: Vels Vidhyalaya in Thoothukkudi, Tamilnadu — a senior secondary setup, established 2017, — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school invests consistently in academic resources, classroom technology, and a culture of professional respect. Position: as HOD Languages, you are part of the school's leadership group. The role demands strong judgement, calm execution, and a clear point of view on what good schooling looks like. Day to day, you will:

  • Run faculty meetings, academic reviews, and section-level planning.
  • Observe classes, give actionable feedback, follow up on teacher development.
  • Approve calendars, assessment papers, and major parent communication.
  • Engage with leadership on hiring, budgets, and infrastructure needs.
  • Spend time on the floor — corridors, classrooms, labs — to read the school accurately. Ideal candidate — you have:
  • 8+ years in school education with leadership exposure.
  • Direct experience running a section, department, or full school.
  • A point of view on good teaching, good assessments, and good schools.
  • Patience to coach and firmness to enforce standards.
  • Strong personal organisation across multiple workstreams. Compensation and environment:
  • Salary structured fairly across roles (₹9.9 LPA – ₹16.4 LPA).
  • A calendar that respects academic delivery and personal time.
  • Internal training, peer observation, and external workshops.
  • A calm, professional, student-centred campus culture.
  • Real backing from the leadership team when it matters. Submit your application here so Vels Vidhyalaya 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?

Schools usually offer 10–18 leaves per year on top of public/school holidays. Earned-leave encashment policies vary — check the offer letter.

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.

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 questions are asked in a HOD Languages interview?

Typical rounds cover self-introduction, why teaching, classroom-management scenarios, subject/syllabus knowledge, and one differentiation scenario. Scroll to "Interview questions & answers" below for six sample questions with model answers tuned for HOD Languages roles in Thoothukkudi.

Is the salary CTC or in-hand?

Schools quote CTC by default. In-hand depends on PF (12% employee share), professional tax, and your tax slab — ask HR for a sample salary structure before accepting.

Is school transport available for staff?

Many schools offer staff bus service on their main routes, either free or at a nominal fee. Availability depends on whether your home is near a school route — confirm with HR.

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.

Who fits

Requirements & role details

Role details

Vacancies
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About the school

Vels Vidhyalaya

Key facts about Vels Vidhyalaya

Key facts
Founded
2017
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
Anandhi Rajendran
Affiliation #
1930892
Address
VELAMMAL SQUARE, MUTHURAMALINGAM GARDENS, SAAI CITY, PASUVANTHANAI ROAD,PANDAVAR MANGALAM, KOVILPATTI, Velammal Square, Thoothukkudi, Tamilnadu, 628502

Vels Vidhyalaya is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2017, located in Thoothukkudi, Tamilnadu.

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