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HOD Humanities

₹11L – ₹27L / yr7–12 yrsCloses 26 Jul 24 days left
New Delhi, Delhifull-timePosted 30d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Humanities
School
D A V SR SEC School, Chitragupta Road
City
New Delhi
State
Delhi
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹11L – ₹27L per year
Experience
7–12 years
Posted
2 Jun 2026
Closing date
26 Jul 2026
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HOD Humanities

at D A V SR SEC School, Chitragupta Road

24 days left

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  • 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

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Overview

D A V SR SEC School, Chitragupta Road is recruiting a HOD Humanities in New Delhi, Delhi. The academic framework is built around clear learning goals, regular reviews, and a healthy planning rhythm. D A V SR SEC School, Chitragupta Road, established 1933, is a senior secondary campus in New Delhi, Delhi — a CBSE-affiliated school. Day-to-day work is anchored in curriculum maps, defined assessment cycles, and faculty review built into the calendar. Role: as HOD Humanities, you work closely with the Principal on academic and operational decisions — leading a section/team, driving teacher development, overseeing assessments, and holding the line on standards. Core responsibilities:

  • Lead and inspire a high-performing academic team.
  • Maintain standards through reviews, observations, and structured feedback.
  • Drive the assessment, reporting, and parent communication cycle.
  • Manage disciplinary cases, parent escalations, and staff conflicts.
  • Contribute to the school's strategic priorities as part of the leadership group. 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 (₹11.3 LPA – ₹26.8 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. Send your CV through this listing — no separate email is required for D A V SR SEC School, Chitragupta Road. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.

Common questions about this role

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 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.

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 long does it take to hear back after applying?

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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.

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About the school

D A V SR SEC School, Chitragupta Road

Key facts about D A V SR SEC School, Chitragupta Road

Key facts
Founded
1933
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
JAI PARKASH ARORA
Affiliation #
2778024
Address
CHITRAGUPTA ROAD NEW DELHI, Chitragupta Road, New Delhi, Delhi, 110055

D A V SR SEC School, Chitragupta Road is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1933, located in New Delhi, Delhi.

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