HOD Humanities
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Humanities
- School
- Amrita Vidyalayam
- City
- South Delhi
- State
- Delhi
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹11L – ₹17L per year
- Experience
- 6–10 years
- Posted
- 26 May 2026
- Closing date
- 22 Jul 2026
HOD Humanities salary in South Delhi — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
HOD Humanities
at Amrita Vidyalayam
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Why apply
- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Established school — running for 22+ years.
Job description
Overview
Amrita Vidyalayam is hiring a HOD Humanities in South Delhi, Delhi. The role is well-scoped, supported by detailed academic planning, and offers a clear path for professional growth. Amrita Vidyalayam, established 2004, is a senior secondary school in South Delhi, Delhi — a CBSE-affiliated school. The working culture is collaborative, professional, and grounded in student-centred decisions. 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. 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. Why join us:
- Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹11.3 LPA – ₹16.6 LPA).
- Reasonable workload with planned holidays per the calendar.
- Real ownership of your subject/function from day one.
- A leadership team that listens, supports, and gives credit.
- A campus that respects educators as professionals. Hit Apply on this page to put your CV in front of the Amrita Vidyalayam academic lead. Selected profiles progress to a model class and a conversation with leadership.
Common questions about this role
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.
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.
How do I write an application email for this HOD Humanities role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "HOD Humanities application — Amrita Vidyalayam"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Amrita Vidyalayam and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?
For most K-12 teaching positions in India a B.Ed (or NIOS D.El.Ed for primary) is preferred and often required by board affiliations. Some pre-primary and special-skill roles accept relevant certification in lieu.
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.
What is the average HOD Humanities salary in South Delhi?
Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to HOD Humanities roles in South Delhi. As a rough anchor, city tier and board affiliation move the number by 20-40% — IB and Cambridge schools sit at the top, state-board privates at the base.
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.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 3
Amrita Vidyalayam
Key facts about Amrita Vidyalayam
- Founded
- 2004
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- BRI. SAMAPIKA
- Affiliation #
- 2730496
Amrita Vidyalayam is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2004, located in South Delhi, Delhi.
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