HOD Humanities
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Humanities
- School
- Bagdogra Sister Nivedita English School
- City
- Siliguri
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Senior Secondary
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹11.0L – ₹22.2L per year
- Experience
- 7–11 years
- Posted
- 9 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
HOD Humanities salary in Siliguri — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
State-board private schools sit at the lower end; government schools follow published pay scales.
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Why apply
- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
- Established school — running for 38+ years.
Job description
Overview
Bagdogra Sister Nivedita English School in Siliguri, West Bengal is accepting applications for a HOD Humanities. You will work with an experienced academic team in a setting that prioritises learning outcomes. Bagdogra Sister Nivedita English School, established 1988, is a senior secondary campus in Siliguri, West Bengal — a State Board-affiliated school. Day-to-day work is anchored in curriculum maps, defined assessment cycles, and faculty review built into the calendar. Role: as HOD Humanities, you work closely with the Principal on academic and operational decisions — leading a section/team, driving teacher development, overseeing assessments, and holding the line on standards. What you will do:
- Own academic outcomes for the assigned portfolio.
- Coach teachers, especially those in their first few years.
- Drive disciplined execution of the academic and assessment calendar.
- Represent the school in academic forums and audits.
- Work with the Principal on medium-term plans. Requirements:
- Master's degree with a relevant teaching qualification (B.Ed./M.Ed. preferred).
- Significant classroom experience plus years in coordination/leadership.
- Calm, confident judgement with students, parents, and staff.
- Clear writing for academic plans, reports, and parent communication.
- A track record of building and retaining strong teaching teams. Benefits at a glance:
- Market-aligned salary (₹11.0 LPA – ₹22.2 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. Submit your application here so Bagdogra Sister Nivedita English School can shortlist you alongside the active pool. Strong profiles move to a brief teaching demo and a discussion with the academic head.
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.
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
Response times vary, but shortlisted candidates are typically contacted within a week. You'll get a notification on School Jobs India the moment the school updates your application status.
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.
Can I negotiate the salary at Bagdogra Sister Nivedita English School?
Yes — the band shown is a starting point. Schools consider your last-drawn CTC, teaching experience, board expertise (state-board) and any specialist skills. Come prepared with a specific number and a 1-line justification.
What is the average HOD Humanities salary in Siliguri?
Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, HOD Humanities pay in Siliguri 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.
When are increments and bonuses given?
Annual increments are usually announced in March/April, alongside the new academic year. Performance-linked bonuses vary by school — some pay a one-month festive bonus, others none.
What arrangements are there for women teachers' commute and safety?
Staff transport with defined pickup points, a women-first evening drop policy, CCTV coverage in corridors and staff areas, and an active Internal Complaints Committee are the norm at most established Indian schools. Ask HR for the specific route serving your locality.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Bagdogra Sister Nivedita English School follows the state-board curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
How do I make a resume for a STATE BOARD HOD Humanities job?
A STATE BOARD-focused resume works best when it starts with a role-anchored headline, highlights B.Ed/CTET/PD upfront, and lists measurable outcomes (result percentages, project launches, retention) under each school. Skip generic corporate objectives. The School Jobs India resume builder has a ready template you can fill in and download.
Where exactly is Bagdogra Sister Nivedita English School located?
The school is in Siliguri, West Bengal. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
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Key facts about Bagdogra Sister Nivedita English School
- Founded
- 1988
- Board
- State Board
- Type
- Senior Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 35:1
At bagdogra sister nivedita English school we believe that our children are potentially divine and they will acquire a state of readiness and a senes of timing students need to be exposed to a range of teaching and learning styles so that they come to recognise their own best learning situation. The school endeavors to prepare each student for academic, social and personal success.It endeavors to create a community of empowered and diverse learners striving to become global cittzen in an atmospheres of mutual respect,understandings and trustThe school has come up through a couple of decade ago and with a sense of dedication, discipline and social commitment and with loving care of the founder and untiring efforts of the teaching staff,the school has archived the heights, where it is standing today,since its birth in 1998.The school is governed by the executive committee of Bagdogra sister Nivedita English school society.The school has a strength of 400 students coming from for off places
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