HEAD OF DEPARTMENT (HOD) – ACADEMICS
About
Orchids The International School, powered by K12 Techno Services Pvt. Ltd., is looking for experienced and passionate academic professionals to join as HODs – Pre-Primary, Mathematics & Languages. This role is ideal for educators who are ready to move beyond classroom teaching and take ownership of department leadership, teacher development, academic quality, and classroom outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage the respective academic department and ensure smooth day-to-day functioning. Mentor, guide, and train teachers on subject delivery, classroom management, lesson planning, and teaching practices. Conduct a minimum of 2 classes every day and actively monitor classroom effectiveness. Conduct daily teacher training sessions , including training for support staff where applicable. Support and monitor newly joined teachers to ensure they are well-prepared and delivering effective classes. Review and track 100 notebooks every day , identify gaps, and ensure pending corrections are completed. Monitor academic performance, classroom implementation, and teaching standards across the branch. Take classes in case of unexpected teacher absence and ensure learning continuity. Maintain regular academic reports and work towards continuous improvement of the department.
What We’re Looking For
5+ years of teaching experience in the relevant subject/area. 3+ years in the last school preferred. Previous HOD/Academic Leadership experience is preferred. Strong skills in teacher mentoring, classroom management, academic planning, and training. A personal vehicle is preferred for branch travel.
Locations
Hyderabad | Bangalore | Pune | Mumbai | Chennai
Working Model One branch visit per day Designated base branch Regular reporting to the academic leadership team Opportunity to contribute to teacher development and academic excellence at scale
If you are an experienced educator looking to take the next step into academic leadership, we would love to connect with you.
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