Job Description

Head of Languages
Location: Bengaluru (Full-time, with travel across school locations)
Organization: One of Indias largest CBSE school networks with 100+ campuses nationwide
If you believe language is the heart of learning and mastering it opens up the world this is your moment.
We are seeking a multilingual academic leader to head the Languages vertical across 100+ CBSE schools, overseeing how languages are taught, experienced, and loved by thousands of students.
This is a central leadership role that will give you the rare opportunity to lead language learning across 8 languages taught across our schools. Your work will directly shape how students build fluency, expression, and cultural depth in a rapidly changing world.
Youll bring depth in English, a local language, and at least one additional language enough to mentor teachers, strengthen curriculum, and build immersive language journeys across regions.
What Youll Do

• Lead curriculum design and academic excellence across 8 languages taught in Grades 110
• Standardize teaching practices, assessment formats, and classroom strategies across regions
• Mentor and upskill language teachers and academic coordinators across all supported languages
• Build systems to track language proficiency, learning outcomes, and teaching quality
• Partner with school heads and training teams to ensure high engagement and consistent delivery
• Conduct academic audits, observe classes, and create intervention plans when needed

What Were Looking For

• Strong academic grounding in English and at least two other languages
• Prior experience as a Language Coordinator / HOD / Academic Head / Principal
• Minimum 10+ years in K12 education, including 35 years in a leadership or multi-school role
• Ability to work across geographies, cultures, and language contexts
• Outstanding communication, leadership, and mentoring skills
• A mindset that balances linguistic precision with innovative pedagogy

Why This Role?

• Lead language learning across 8 languages and shape the academic experience of over 50,000 students
• Influence how language is taught across a network of over 100 CBSE schools
• Be part of a professional, growth-driven leadership team
• Enjoy a well-compensated, high-responsibility role with travel and nationwide impact