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HOD Humanities

₹8.8L – ₹15L / yr6–9 yrsCloses 12 Jul 9 days left
Kalimpong, West Bengalfull-timePosted 47d ago
CBSE
Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Humanities
School
Army Public School
City
Kalimpong
State
West Bengal
Board
CBSE
School type
Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹8.8L – ₹15L per year
Experience
6–9 years
Posted
17 May 2026
Closing date
12 Jul 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD Humanities salary in Kalimpong — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹8.8L
per year
Typical
₹11.8L
per year
Senior / high
₹14.8L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD Humanities

at Army Public School

9 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

An opening for a HOD Humanities in Kalimpong, West Bengal at Army Public School. The school is expanding its team for the new session and welcomes both experienced and high-potential candidates. Army Public School, established 1978, is a secondary campus in Kalimpong, West Bengal — a CBSE-affiliated school. Day-to-day work is anchored in curriculum maps, defined assessment cycles, and faculty review built into the calendar. 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. What we offer:
  • Competitive, on-time salary (₹8.8 LPA – ₹14.8 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 Army Public 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 qualifications are required for a HOD Humanities?

Most HOD Humanities roles require a relevant Bachelor's/Master's in the subject plus a B.Ed (or equivalent teacher-training qualification). Specific board requirements (CTET, IB workshops, IGCSE training) may also apply.

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.

Are detailed lesson plans expected?

Schools generally require lesson plans aligned to the syllabus and pacing calendar. Coordinators review them weekly or fortnightly.

What is the average HOD Humanities salary in Kalimpong?

Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, HOD Humanities pay in Kalimpong varies with years of experience (each 3-year block adds roughly 15-25%), board (IB > CBSE > state), and school size — the linked full pay report breaks these out further.

Are meals provided at school?

Most schools offer a subsidised staff canteen or a daily mid-morning snack and lunch. Boarding schools typically include all meals for residential staff.

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.

Who fits

Requirements & role details

Role details

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About the school

Army Public School

Key facts about Army Public School

Key facts
Founded
1978
Board
CBSE
Type
Secondary Level
Principal
SHOVA PRADHAN
Affiliation #
2480012
Address
KALIMPONG DURBIN DARA PO KALIMPONG DARJEELING WEST BENGAL, Durbin Dara Darjeeling, Kalimpong, West Bengal, 768028

Army Public School is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1978, located in Kalimpong, West Bengal.

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