HOD Humanities — Bhaktivedanta Swami Mission School Vacancy at Bhaktivedanta Swami Mission School, Mumbai
Bhaktivedanta Swami Mission SchoolKey facts
- Role
- HOD Humanities — Bhaktivedanta Swami Mission School
- School
- Bhaktivedanta Swami Mission School
- City
- Mumbai
- State
- Maharashtra
- Board
- ICSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹9.2L – ₹15L per year
- Experience
- 8–13 years
- Posted
- 8 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Bhaktivedanta Swami Mission School, a ICSE school in Mumbai, is hiring a HOD Humanities.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead the subject department and mentor teachers
- Drive curriculum planning and assessment design
- Monitor student academic outcomes
- Coordinate with school leadership on academic matters
Requirements:
- 5-12 years of relevant experience
- Postgraduate in the subject with B.Ed; minimum 5 years of teaching
About the school: The Bhaktivedanta Swami Mission School was established in 1988 at the Hare Krishna Land, Juhu in keeping with the Principles of Vedic Education as given by His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivendanta Swami Prabhupada, the founder of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness( ISKCON)Srila Prabhupada founded ISKCON in 1966. He went to the Western countries on the instruction of his guru, Srila Bhaktisiddhanta Saraswati Thakur, to save the troubled and misguided youth and lead them to a life of spirituality that came down to us from our predecessors. In keeping with the Vedic norms of education, Srila Prabhupada started “Gurukulas” in many parts of the world. These residential schools strictly follow the Vedic life style and principles of education. The Bhaktivedanta Swami Mission School in Mumbai is unique in the sense that it is a day school and yet imparts the same Vedic Education balancing it with basic material education, following the high standards of the ICSE Board.
Common questions about this role
Where exactly is Bhaktivedanta Swami Mission School located?
The school is in Mumbai, Maharashtra. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
Is there a probation period?
Yes — a 3 to 6 month probation is standard in K-12 schools across India. Benefits like PF and gratuity continue to accrue from day one regardless.
How much experience do I need for this HOD Humanities — Bhaktivedanta Swami Mission School role?
The required experience is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Schools also consider relevant internships, board-prep training and student-teaching when evaluating early-career candidates.
Are meals provided at school?
Subsidised tea/snacks are common; full meals depend on the school. Boarding schools usually provide meals as part of the package for resident staff.
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.
About Bhaktivedanta Swami Mission School
The Bhaktivedanta Swami Mission School was established in 1988 at the Hare Krishna Land, Juhu in keeping with the Principles of Vedic Education as given by His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivendanta Swami Prabhupada, the founder of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness( ISKCON)Srila Prabhupada founded ISKCON in 1966. He went to the Western countries on the instruction of his guru, Srila Bhaktisiddhanta Saraswati Thakur, to save the troubled and misguided youth and lead them to a life of spirituality that came down to us from our predecessors. In keeping with the Vedic norms of education, Srila Prabhupada started “Gurukulas” in many parts of the world. These residential schools strictly follow the Vedic life style and principles of education. The Bhaktivedanta Swami Mission School in Mumbai is unique in the sense that it is a day school and yet imparts the same Vedic Education balancing it with basic material education, following the high standards of the ICSE Board.
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