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HOD Languages

at Vikash Residential School · Kalahandi · Apply in under 60 seconds.

₹11L – ₹20L / yr7–9 yrsCloses 20 Aug
Kalahandi, Odishafull-timePosted 16d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Languages
School
Vikash Residential School
City
Kalahandi
State
Odisha
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹11L – ₹20L per year
Experience
7–9 years
Posted
18 Jun 2026
Closing date
20 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD Languages salary in Kalahandi — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹11L
per year
Typical
₹16L
per year
Senior / high
₹20L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

How to apply

Apply for HOD Languages at Vikash Residential 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.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Join the faculty at Vikash Residential School as a HOD Languages in Kalahandi, Odisha. The school maintains high academic standards alongside a collaborative, professional staff culture. About the institution: Vikash Residential School in Kalahandi, Odisha — a senior secondary setup, established 2018, — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school invests consistently in academic resources, classroom technology, and a culture of professional respect. What the role looks like: the HOD Languages owns outcomes for the assigned section/portfolio — academic quality, faculty development, parent engagement, and student wellbeing — and contributes to the school's strategic plans. 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. Candidate requirements:
  • Senior educator with a balanced view of academics and operations.
  • Proven ability to mentor teachers and improve outcomes over time.
  • Strong stakeholder management — board, parents, regulators, vendors.
  • Comfortable with data — assessments, attendance, faculty metrics.
  • A long-term thinker who can also execute well in the short term. Perks and culture:
  • Fair compensation with annual review (₹10.8 LPA – ₹20.3 LPA).
  • Stable, full-time engagement with a clear academic calendar.
  • Regular PD through internal and external programmes.
  • A working culture that takes faculty wellbeing seriously.
  • A school that genuinely cares about student outcomes. Submit your application here so Vikash Residential 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

Where exactly is Vikash Residential School located?

The school is in Kalahandi, Odisha. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.

How do I make a resume for a CBSE HOD Languages job?

Lead with a two-line headline (role + years of experience), then Education, Certifications (B.Ed, CTET, board-specific PD), Experience with 3-4 bullet outcomes per school (results, class sizes, projects), and one line each for co-curricular, tech tools and languages. Keep to one page and use the free School Jobs India resume builder for a school-style layout.

When does the school want the joining date to be?

Most school roles aim for a joining around the start of the next academic month or term. Once shortlisted, the school will agree a realistic date based on your notice period.

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.

How much experience do I need for this HOD Languages 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.

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 Kalahandi.

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.

Can I negotiate the salary at Vikash Residential School?

Most schools have a defined band per role but the final number is negotiable within it. The strongest levers are recent teaching experience, board expertise, and willingness to take on coordinator/extra-curricular responsibilities.

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.

How big are the classes?

Class sizes in Indian K-12 schools usually fall in the 25–40 student range. Premium IB/IGCSE schools often cap sections at 22–25.

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About the school

Vikash Residential School

Key facts about Vikash Residential School

Key facts
Founded
2018
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
ARATI MISHRA
Affiliation #
1530296
Address
AT-KANDH BANDOPALA, PO-RISIGAON , VIA-BHAWANIPATNA, At-kandh Bandopala, Kalahandi, Odisha, 766002

Vikash Residential School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2018, located in Kalahandi, Odisha.

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