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HOD Humanities

at American School · Amritsar · Apply in under 60 seconds.

₹9.3L – ₹14L / yr5–9 yrsCloses 29 Jul 26 days left
Amritsar, Punjabfull-timePosted 23d ago
CBSE
Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Humanities
School
American School
City
Amritsar
State
Punjab
Board
CBSE
School type
Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹9.3L – ₹14L per year
Experience
5–9 years
Posted
10 Jun 2026
Closing date
29 Jul 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
₹9.3L
per year
Typical
₹11.8L
per year
Senior / high
₹14.4L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD Humanities

at American School

26 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

Applications are open for a HOD Humanities at American School in Amritsar, Punjab. The role is full-time, aligned with the school's published academic and assessment calendar. About American School in Amritsar, Punjab: a secondary institution, established 2011, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Known locally for steady academic delivery, a stable faculty base, and a balanced mix of academics, sports, and the arts. What the role looks like: the HOD Humanities owns outcomes for the assigned section/portfolio — academic quality, faculty development, parent engagement, and student wellbeing — and contributes to the school's strategic plans. Responsibilities:

  • Lead the assigned section/department on academic and operational matters.
  • Mentor teachers through observation, feedback, and development plans.
  • Oversee assessment cycles, result analysis, and improvement plans.
  • Handle parent escalations professionally and represent the school externally.
  • Drive a culture of academic rigour, discipline, and student wellbeing. 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. What we offer:
  • Competitive, on-time salary (₹9.3 LPA – ₹14.4 LPA).
  • Defined working hours aligned with the school timetable.
  • Investment in your growth — training, mentorship, peer learning.
  • A respectful work environment focused on outcomes.
  • Access to school resources, libraries, labs, and digital tools. Apply now using this listing, and your CV reaches the American School hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.

Common questions about this role

How do I make a resume for a CBSE HOD Humanities job?

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Is the salary CTC or in-hand?

Most Indian schools quote annual CTC. In-hand is typically 85–90% of CTC after PF, professional tax and (where applicable) income tax — exact deductions are confirmed at offer stage.

Is English fluency required?

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

Is this a contract or permanent role?

This is listed as a full time role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.

Is this a fixed-term or open-ended contract?

The employment type is shown in the Key Facts section above. Fixed-term roles usually align to the academic year; permanent roles are open-ended after probation. The final letter will spell out renewal and exit terms.

How long does it take to hear back after applying?

Most schools review applications within 5–10 working days. If you don't hear back in two weeks, the role has usually been filled or paused — keep applying to similar openings in the meantime.

What kind of professional development is offered?

Most schools run weekly/monthly in-house PD sessions on pedagogy and assessment. Funded external workshops (board-specific or subject-specific) are offered to teachers in good standing.

Do staff get fee concession for their children?

Most reputable schools have a staff-child fee concession policy. Eligibility, percentage and number of children covered vary — ask HR for the written policy.

What is the leave policy?

Teaching staff typically get all school holidays plus 8–15 casual/sick leaves per academic year. Long vacations (summer, winter, Diwali, Holi breaks) follow the published school calendar.

Is accommodation provided?

Day schools generally don't provide accommodation. The school may help with referrals to nearby PGs or rentals during your relocation.

Who fits

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Role details

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About the school

American School

Key facts about American School

Key facts
Founded
2011
Board
CBSE
Type
Secondary Level
Principal
Dashmesh Mahajan
Affiliation #
1631149
Address
VEROWAL ROAD,VPO DHARAR,JANDIALA GURU, Verowal Road, Amritsar, Punjab, 143001

American School is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2011, located in Amritsar, Punjab.

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