HOD Humanities
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Humanities
- School
- D.a.v. Public School, Plot No-3679
- City
- Khordha
- State
- Odisha
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹9.5L – ₹21L per year
- Experience
- 5–7 years
- Posted
- 17 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 28 Aug 2026
HOD Humanities
at D.a.v. Public School, Plot No-3679
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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
D.a.v. Public School, Plot No-3679 requires a HOD Humanities in Khordha, Odisha for the upcoming academic year. A full-time role with reasonable workload expectations and clear deliverables. About the institution: D.a.v. Public School, Plot No-3679 in Khordha, Odisha — a secondary setup, established 1992, — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school invests consistently in academic resources, classroom technology, and a culture of professional respect. 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. 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. Ideal candidate — you have:
- 8+ years in school education with leadership exposure.
- Direct experience running a section, department, or full school.
- A point of view on good teaching, good assessments, and good schools.
- Patience to coach and firmness to enforce standards.
- Strong personal organisation across multiple workstreams. What we offer:
- Competitive, on-time salary (₹9.5 LPA – ₹20.7 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. Submit your application here so D.a.v. Public School, Plot No-3679 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
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.
What non-teaching duties are expected?
Common non-teaching duties include exam invigilation, homework correction, parent-teacher meetings, one co-curricular activity, and being a homeroom/tutor-group mentor.
How do I apply for this HOD Humanities vacancy?
Apply through this page using your School Jobs India profile. Complete your profile first (qualifications, experience, references) — schools shortlist faster when the basics are in place.
Do staff get fee concession for their children?
Most reputable schools have a staff-child fee concession policy. Eligibility, percentage and number of children covered vary — ask HR for the written policy.
Is accommodation provided?
Day schools generally don't provide accommodation. The school may help with referrals to nearby PGs or rentals during your relocation.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
D.a.v. Public School, Plot No-3679
Key facts about D.a.v. Public School, Plot No-3679
- Founded
- 1992
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary Level
- Principal
- SOUBHAGYA LAXMI MOHANTY
- Affiliation #
- 1530176
D.a.v. Public School, Plot No-3679 is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1992, located in Khordha, Odisha.
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