HOD Humanities

D A V School· Est. 1996 · CBSE · Jalpaiguri
₹10.6L – ₹25.8LCBSEfull-timeOn-site7–9 yrs2 openingsCloses 23 Aug
● posted 20 Jun

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 handle

·Set the subject's annual scope-and-sequence.
·Hire and onboard new subject teachers.
·Run weekly department meetings.
·Moderate assessments and exam papers for the subject.
·Own subject-level board results and improvement plans.

Requirements

Role details

Vacancies
2

Working in a CBSE school

CBSE schools value teachers comfortable with conceptual lesson design, art-integrated learning and NEP 2020-aligned pedagogy.

Career path

Explore adjacent roles teachers move to next in Jalpaiguri.

  1. Coordinator
  2. Academic Coordinator
  3. Vice Principal
  4. Principal

Salary & benefits

₹10.6L – ₹25.8L / yr

Pay benchmark — HOD Humanities in Jalpaiguri

₹10.6L / yr
ENTRY / LOW
₹10.6L – ₹25.8L / yr
TYPICAL
₹25.8L / yr
SENIOR / HIGH
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.

Full job description

Overview

D A V School in Jalpaiguri, West Bengal is accepting applications for a HOD Humanities. You will work with an experienced academic team in a setting that prioritises learning outcomes. D A V School, established 1996, runs as a senior secondary campus in Jalpaiguri, West Bengal — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school believes a strong campus is built on its teachers and works to be a place where faculty want to stay. 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. 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 (₹10.6 LPA – ₹25.8 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 online from this page to be considered by D A V School. Interview slots are scheduled after profile review, typically inside five to seven working days.
D A V School
CBSE · Senior Secondary Level · Jalpaiguri · Est. 1996
1996
FOUNDED
CBSE
BOARD
Senior Secondary Level
LEVEL
English
MEDIUM
TAPOSHI PAL BANIK
PRINCIPAL
2430089
AFFILIATION
Jalpaiguri, West Bengal
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