Kolkata: HOD Humanities — Al-Kauthar Public School Job at Al-Kauthar Public School
Al-Kauthar Public SchoolKey facts
- Role
- HOD Humanities — Al-Kauthar Public School
- School
- Al-Kauthar Public School
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹6.0L – ₹9.0L per year
- Experience
- 5–12 years
- Posted
- 13 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Al-Kauthar Public School, a State Board school in Kolkata, is hiring a HOD Humanities.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead the subject department and mentor teachers
- Drive curriculum planning and assessment design
- Monitor student academic outcomes
- Coordinate with school leadership on academic matters
Requirements:
- 5-12 years of relevant experience
- Postgraduate in the subject with B.Ed; minimum 5 years of teaching
About the school: Al-Kauthar Public School, located in the vibrant region of Topsia, Kolkata, is a co-educational English medium day school affiliated with the State Board. Established with a vision to provide quality and value-based education, the school caters to students up to Class 10 and is committed to fostering academic excellence, holistic development, and strong moral values.
With a spacious built-in area of over 50,000 square meters, the school offers a nurturing environment that encourages learning and growth. Our academic session runs from April to March, and classes are held from 08:00 AM to 03:00 PM. With an impressive student-teacher ratio of 6:1, we ensure personalized attention and a supportive learning atmosphere for each child.
At Al-Kauthar Public School, we promote multilingual learning with instruction in English, Hindi, and Bengali. We also support students through various scholarship programs, reinforcing our commitment to accessible and inclusive education.
Common questions about this role
Is school transport available for staff?
Staff transport varies. Larger schools with their own fleet usually allow staff onboarding on existing routes; smaller schools may not run dedicated routes.
Do I have to work weekends?
Standard week is Monday to Saturday (often half-day Saturday). Occasional event Sundays exist (Annual Day, Sports Day, admissions test days) and are usually compensated with a comp-off.
I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Yes. Most schools accept candidates with up to 60 days of notice. Mention your last working day clearly in your application so the school can plan the joining accordingly.
What does a typical day look like?
Most teachers handle 4–6 instructional periods a day, with the rest going to lesson planning, assessment correction, and a co-curricular duty.
Is there a probation period?
Most schools run a 3–6 month probation with the same salary as confirmation. Confirmation is typically subject to satisfactory performance reviews and document verification.
About Al-Kauthar Public School
Al-Kauthar Public School, located in the vibrant region of Topsia, Kolkata, is a co-educational English medium day school affiliated with the State Board. Established with a vision to provide quality and value-based education, the school caters to students up to Class 10 and is committed to fostering academic excellence, holistic development, and strong moral values. With a spacious built-in area of over 50,000 square meters, the school offers a nurturing environment that encourages learning and growth. Our academic session runs from April to March, and classes are held from 08:00 AM to 03:00 PM. With an impressive student-teacher ratio of 6:1, we ensure personalized attention and a supportive learning atmosphere for each child. At Al-Kauthar Public School, we promote multilingual learning with instruction in English, Hindi, and Bengali. We also support students through various scholarship programs, reinforcing our commitment to accessible and inclusive education.
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