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HOD Humanities

₹11L – ₹12L / yr5–10 yrsCloses 30 Jul 27 days left
Kangra, Himachal Pradeshfull-timePosted 18d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Humanities
School
Aadharshila School
City
Kangra
State
Himachal Pradesh
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹11L – ₹12L per year
Experience
5–10 years
Posted
14 Jun 2026
Closing date
30 Jul 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD Humanities salary in Kangra — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹11.5L
per year
Typical
₹11.6L
per year
Senior / high
₹11.7L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD Humanities

at Aadharshila School

27 days left

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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

Aadharshila School in Kangra, Himachal Pradesh is hiring a HOD Humanities. The school is known for its disciplined academic culture and consistent investment in faculty wellbeing. About Aadharshila School: a senior secondary institution in Kangra, Himachal Pradesh — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1999,. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. About the role: the HOD Humanities is a senior position blending academic leadership with operational ownership — running reviews, mentoring teachers, handling escalations, and representing the school externally. 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. Qualifications and skills:
  • Master's degree with a recognised teaching/leadership qualification.
  • Track record of leading improvement at section or school level.
  • Hiring, coaching, performance management, and conflict resolution skills.
  • Solid grasp of curriculum, assessment, and parent communication.
  • High professional integrity and a clear communication style. Benefits and culture:
  • Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹11.5 LPA – ₹11.7 LPA).
  • Structured calendar with reasonable workload expectations.
  • Professional development through workshops and internal training.
  • A collaborative staff culture with clear leadership backing.
  • Stable, full-time employment at a settled school. Apply now using this listing, and your CV reaches the Aadharshila School hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.

Common questions about this role

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.

Where exactly is Aadharshila School located?

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

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.

What questions are asked in a HOD Humanities 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 Humanities roles in Kangra.

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.

Is background verification done before joining?

Standard pre-joining checks cover qualification documents, prior employment, and reference calls. Some larger groups also do criminal-record verification.

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.

Who fits

Requirements & role details

Role details

Vacancies
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About the school

Aadharshila School

Key facts about Aadharshila School

Key facts
Founded
1999
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
SANJAY KHER
Affiliation #
630138
Address
UPPAR PUNNER ROAD (VIA BHAWARNA), TEH- PALAMPUR, DISTT KANGRA, HP-176102, Uppar Punner Road (via Bhawarna), Kangra, Himachal Pradesh, 176102

Aadharshila School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1999, located in Kangra, Himachal Pradesh.

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