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HOD Humanities

₹7.1L – ₹13L / yr6–11 yrsCloses 10 Aug
Amritsar, Punjabfull-timePosted 34d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Humanities
School
Akal Academy Basarke
City
Amritsar
State
Punjab
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹7.1L – ₹13L per year
Experience
6–11 years
Posted
30 May 2026
Closing date
10 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD Humanities salary in Amritsar — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹7.1L
per year
Typical
₹9.9L
per year
Senior / high
₹12.7L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD Humanities

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  • 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

Join Akal Academy Basarke in Amritsar, Punjab as our next HOD Humanities. The school invests in its faculty and runs a calm, well-organised academic calendar. School profile: Akal Academy Basarke in Amritsar, Punjab — a senior secondary setup, established 2012, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Recognised for structured academic planning, regular parent engagement, and a deliberate culture of student mentorship. Position: as HOD Humanities, you are part of the school's leadership group. The role demands strong judgement, calm execution, and a clear point of view on what good schooling looks like. Core responsibilities:

  • Lead and inspire a high-performing academic team.
  • Maintain standards through reviews, observations, and structured feedback.
  • Drive the assessment, reporting, and parent communication cycle.
  • Manage disciplinary cases, parent escalations, and staff conflicts.
  • Contribute to the school's strategic priorities as part of the leadership group. Ideal candidate — you have:
  • 8+ years in school education with leadership exposure.
  • Direct experience running a section, department, or full school.
  • A point of view on good teaching, good assessments, and good schools.
  • Patience to coach and firmness to enforce standards.
  • Strong personal organisation across multiple workstreams. Benefits at a glance:
  • Market-aligned salary (₹7.1 LPA – ₹12.7 LPA).
  • Structured working hours with adequate planning time.
  • Investment in teacher and staff development across the year.
  • A workplace built on clarity and professional respect.
  • Long-term career growth at a school invested in its people. Apply now using this listing, and your CV reaches the Akal Academy Basarke hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.

Common questions about this role

What questions are asked in a HOD Humanities interview?

Panels usually ask about your teaching philosophy, a demo lesson walkthrough, how you handle discipline and parents, and syllabus familiarity. See the "Interview questions & answers" section on this page for six of the most common ones and how to answer them.

Is English fluency required?

Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.

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.

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.

How big are the classes?

Section sizes typically range from 25 to 40 students. The school will confirm exact section size during the interview based on the grade you'll teach.

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.

Is this a remote / work-from-home opportunity?

School roles are on-site by default — classroom teaching and student supervision require physical presence. Online tutoring openings are tagged separately on School Jobs India.

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Requirements & role details

Role details

Vacancies
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About the school

Akal Academy Basarke

Key facts about Akal Academy Basarke

Key facts
Founded
2012
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
Goldy
Affiliation #
1631371
Address
AKAL ACADEMY BASARKE, VILLAGE BASARKE, P.O. GUMANPURA (NEAR BAGICHI WALA BHATHA), TEHSIL & DISTRICT AMRITSAR (PUNJAB) - 143105, Akal Academy Basarke, Amritsar, Punjab, 143105

Akal Academy Basarke is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2012, located in Amritsar, Punjab.

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