Sanskrit Teacher- Residential School

Role & responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

1. Teaching & Learning

• Plan and deliver high-quality Sanskrit lessons in line with the CBSE curriculum and school academic framework.
• Teach Sanskrit across appropriate classes, potentially including Middle, Secondary and Senior Secondary levels, depending on the school's requirements.
• Develop students' proficiency in:
• Sanskrit grammar and vocabulary
• Reading and comprehension
• Translation and interpretation
• Written expression
• Sanskrit literature
• Communication and conversational Sanskrit
• Use engaging, student-centred teaching methodologies rather than relying solely on traditional textbook-based instruction.
• Incorporate stories, plays, shlokas, projects, debates, recitations, presentations and activity-based learning to make Sanskrit accessible and relevant.
• Encourage students to understand the cultural, philosophical and historical significance of Sanskrit literature.

2. Academic Planning & Assessment

• Prepare annual, term-wise and lesson-wise teaching plans.
• Set and evaluate assignments, class tests, examinations and projects.
• Maintain accurate records of student performance and academic progress.
• Provide constructive feedback and implement remedial or enrichment programmes where required.
• Prepare students effectively for CBSE board examinations.
• Analyse assessment data and develop interventions for students requiring additional academic support.
• Participate in departmental meetings, curriculum planning and academic reviews.

3. Student Engagement & Enrichment

• Develop students' interest in Sanskrit beyond the classroom.
• Organise Sanskrit-related activities such as:
• Shloka recitation
• Sanskrit debates
• Elocution
• Storytelling
• Sanskrit plays and dramas
• Quiz competitions
• Language clubs
• Sanskrit Day celebrations
• Inter-school competitions
• Encourage students to explore Sanskrit texts, Indian literature, philosophy, mythology and classical knowledge systems.
• Mentor students for academic competitions and Olympiads where applicable.

4. Residential School Responsibilities

As part of a boarding school, the teacher is expected to contribute to the holistic development and pastoral care of students.

Responsibilities may include:

• Participating in the school's residential/house system.
• Supporting House activities and student mentoring.
• Supervising students during designated evening, weekend or co-curricular activities.
• Building positive relationships with boarders and acting as a trusted adult/mentor.
• Supporting students with academic organisation, discipline and personal development.
• Participating in school events, trips, excursions and residential programmes as required.
• Maintaining appropriate professional boundaries and safeguarding standards at all times.

5. Student Development & Pastoral Care

• Create an inclusive and supportive classroom environment.
• Identify students' individual learning needs and provide appropriate support.
• Encourage confidence, curiosity, discipline and independent learning.
• Work closely with Housemasters, pastoral teams and parents to support student development.
• Contribute to the school's values, ethos and culture.

6. Parent & Stakeholder Engagement

• Maintain effective communication with parents regarding students' academic progress and areas for development.
• Attend parent-teacher meetings and academic review meetings.
• Collaborate with colleagues across departments to support interdisciplinary learning.
• Work closely with the Academic Leadership Team and House staff.

7. Contribution to School Life

• Participate actively in assemblies, cultural programmes and school celebrations.
• Support clubs, societies and co-curricular activities.
• Contribute to school publications, newsletters or academic resources where required.
• Participate in professional development and teacher training programmes.
• Stay updated with developments in CBSE curriculum, pedagogy and assessment practices.

Candidate Profile

Educational Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Sanskrit from a recognised university.
• B.Ed. or equivalent teacher-training qualification from a recognised institution.
• Candidates teaching senior secondary classes should preferably possess a Master's degree in Sanskrit along with B.Ed.; CBSE's published qualification framework specifies a relevant Master's degree with B.Ed. for Classes XIXII.
• CTET/TET qualification will be an advantage, where applicable.

Experience

• 5 to 10 years of teaching experience in a reputed CBSE/ICSE/international/residential school.
• Experience teaching Sanskrit at the Secondary/Senior Secondary level will be preferred.
• Candidates with experience in a boarding/residential school environment will have an advantage.
• Proven experience in preparing students for CBSE examinations is desirable.

Key Competencies

• Strong command of Sanskrit language, grammar and literature.
• Excellent spoken and written communication skills.
• Strong classroom management abilities.
• Ability to make Sanskrit engaging and relevant to contemporary students.
• Student-centric and activity-based teaching approach.
• Strong planning and organisational skills.
• Ability to mentor adolescents and build positive relationships.
• Collaborative approach to working with colleagues and pastoral teams.
• Cultural sensitivity and appreciation of Indian heritage.
• Adaptability to a structured residential-school environment.

Desirable Attributes

The ideal candidate would be:

• Passionate about Sanskrit and Indian heritage.
• An enthusiastic and engaging classroom practitioner.
• Comfortable teaching students from diverse backgrounds.
• Capable of integrating technology and digital resources into language teaching.
• Interested in developing Sanskrit as a living and communicative language rather than teaching it purely as a theoretical subject.
• Comfortable taking responsibility beyond classroom teaching.
• Willing to participate fully in the academic, co-curricular and residential life of the school.
• A strong role model who demonstrates maturity, empathy, discipline and integrity.

Key Performance Indicators

Success in the role may be measured through:

• Student academic performance and improvement in Sanskrit.
• CBSE examination results.
• Student engagement and participation in Sanskrit activities.
• Quality and effectiveness of lesson planning and classroom delivery.
• Student feedback and learning outcomes.
• Contribution to House, pastoral and co-curricular programmes.
• Development of innovative Sanskrit learning initiatives.
• Effective collaboration with parents and colleagues.

Employment Nature

Full-time | Residential/Boarding School

The position may involve residential duties, evening/weekend responsibilities and participation in the House system, as per the school's requirements and duty roster.

Preferred candidate profile