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HOD Humanities

₹9.7L – ₹26L / yr6–10 yrsCloses 7 Aug
South Delhi, Delhifull-timePosted 21d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Humanities
School
D A V Public School
City
South Delhi
State
Delhi
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹9.7L – ₹26L per year
Experience
6–10 years
Posted
11 Jun 2026
Closing date
7 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD Humanities salary in South Delhi — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹9.7L
per year
Typical
₹17.7L
per year
Senior / high
₹25.6L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD Humanities

at D A V Public 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.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

D A V Public School requires a HOD Humanities in South Delhi, Delhi for the upcoming academic year. A full-time role with reasonable workload expectations and clear deliverables. D A V Public School in South Delhi, Delhi functions as a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1983,. The leadership team is closely involved in academic planning and faculty support, with a sharp focus on classroom impact. What the role looks like: the HOD Humanities owns outcomes for the assigned section/portfolio — academic quality, faculty development, parent engagement, and student wellbeing — and contributes to the school's strategic plans. Responsibilities:

  • Lead the assigned section/department on academic and operational matters.
  • Mentor teachers through observation, feedback, and development plans.
  • Oversee assessment cycles, result analysis, and improvement plans.
  • Handle parent escalations professionally and represent the school externally.
  • Drive a culture of academic rigour, discipline, and student wellbeing. 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 (₹9.7 LPA – ₹25.6 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. Submit your application online from this page to be considered by D A V Public School. Interview slots are scheduled after profile review, typically inside five to seven working days.

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.

What's the interview process like for this teaching role?

Typical schools run a screening call → a demo class (15–30 minutes for the relevant grade) → a panel interview with the Principal/HOD. Some boards also ask for a written response or a sample lesson plan.

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.

What questions are asked in a HOD Humanities interview?

Typical rounds cover self-introduction, why teaching, classroom-management scenarios, subject/syllabus knowledge, and one differentiation scenario. Scroll to "Interview questions & answers" below for six sample questions with model answers tuned for HOD Humanities roles in South Delhi.

How long does it take to hear back after applying?

Most schools review applications within 5–10 working days. If you don't hear back in two weeks, the role has usually been filled or paused — keep applying to similar openings in the meantime.

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.

What non-teaching duties are expected?

Beyond teaching periods you'll typically own a homeroom, run one club/activity, support exam logistics, and contribute to one school-wide initiative each term.

Who fits

Requirements & role details

Role details

Vacancies
2
About the school

D A V Public School

Key facts about D A V Public School

Key facts
Founded
1983
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
MONIKA PALIWAL
Affiliation #
2730186
Address
KAILASH HILLS, OPP. MAIN PARK NEAR C-BLOCK MKT. EAST OF KAILASH, DISTT SOUTH DELHI, NEW DELHI, Kailash Hills, South Delhi, Delhi, 110065

D A V Public School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1983, located in South Delhi, Delhi.

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