HOD Humanities
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Humanities
- School
- Crescent School
- City
- Chennai
- State
- Tamil Nadu
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹8.2L – ₹20L per year
- Experience
- 6–9 years
- Posted
- 23 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 25 Aug 2026
HOD Humanities salary in Chennai — 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 Crescent School
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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.
Job description
Overview
Crescent School in Chennai, Tamil Nadu is hiring a HOD Humanities. The school is known for its disciplined academic culture and consistent investment in faculty wellbeing. About the institution: Crescent School in Chennai, Tamil Nadu — a senior secondary setup, established 1968, — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school invests consistently in academic resources, classroom technology, and a culture of professional respect. Context: the HOD Humanities reports into the Principal and works alongside other senior leaders. The role carries academic and operational responsibilities and is central to the school's day-to-day functioning. 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. Candidate requirements:
- Senior educator with a balanced view of academics and operations.
- Proven ability to mentor teachers and improve outcomes over time.
- Strong stakeholder management — board, parents, regulators, vendors.
- Comfortable with data — assessments, attendance, faculty metrics.
- A long-term thinker who can also execute well in the short term. Why join us:
- Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹8.2 LPA – ₹19.5 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. Complete your application via the button on this listing so Crescent School receives your details directly. Matching profiles are shortlisted promptly and contacted by the academic office.
Common questions about this role
I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Absolutely — schools regularly hire candidates on notice. Be upfront about your release date so interview scheduling and the offer timeline can be aligned.
Is the salary CTC or in-hand?
Schools quote CTC by default. In-hand depends on PF (12% employee share), professional tax, and your tax slab — ask HR for a sample salary structure before accepting.
Is English fluency required?
Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.
What is the salary for this HOD Humanities role?
The salary band is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Final offers depend on your years of experience, qualifications and the interview outcome.
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 do I apply for this HOD Humanities vacancy?
Use the "Apply" button on this page to submit your application directly through School Jobs India. A free candidate account is required so the school can reach you.
Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Most schools expect weekly lesson plans submitted to the coordinator/HOD, plus unit plans at the start of each term. Templates are usually provided.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
Crescent School
Key facts about Crescent School
- Founded
- 1968
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 30:1
Crescent School is a 56-year-old educational institution run by the Seethakathi Trust and founded by Alhaj B.S Abdur Rahman – a Visionary with a Missionary Zeal. Crescent School had its humble beginning in the year 1968 and flourished into a well-established Matriculation Higher Secondary School as well as the IGCSE School under Cambridge University of International repute. It was a fully residential school for boys until we opened for the day scholars both boys & girls in 2019. Now, we are a fully bloomed co-educational school. We also have residential accommodation for girls. Crescent School raises every individual through the State, CBSE and International Cambridge IGCSE curriculum and maintains a sharp focus on its pursuit of knowledge and skills.
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