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HOD Humanities

at DAV Public School · Chandigarh · Apply in under 60 seconds.

₹7.3L – ₹20L / yr5–7 yrsCloses 8 Aug
Chandigarh, Chandigarhfull-timePosted 27d ago
CBSE
Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Humanities
School
DAV Public School
City
Chandigarh
State
Chandigarh
Board
CBSE
School type
Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹7.3L – ₹20L per year
Experience
5–7 years
Posted
6 Jun 2026
Closing date
8 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD Humanities salary in Chandigarh — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹7.3L
per year
Typical
₹13.8L
per year
Senior / high
₹20.3L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD Humanities

at DAV 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

DAV Public School in Chandigarh, Chandigarh is inviting applications for a HOD Humanities. The role sits inside the school's day-to-day academic delivery and reports into the section head. DAV Public School in Chandigarh, Chandigarh functions as a secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2006,. The leadership team is closely involved in academic planning and faculty support, with a sharp focus on classroom impact. 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. Day to day, you will:

  • Run faculty meetings, academic reviews, and section-level planning.
  • Observe classes, give actionable feedback, follow up on teacher development.
  • Approve calendars, assessment papers, and major parent communication.
  • Engage with leadership on hiring, budgets, and infrastructure needs.
  • Spend time on the floor — corridors, classrooms, labs — to read the school accurately. Qualifications and skills:
  • Master's degree with a recognised teaching/leadership qualification.
  • Track record of leading improvement at section or school level.
  • Hiring, coaching, performance management, and conflict resolution skills.
  • Solid grasp of curriculum, assessment, and parent communication.
  • High professional integrity and a clear communication style. Compensation and environment:
  • Salary structured fairly across roles (₹7.3 LPA – ₹20.3 LPA).
  • A calendar that respects academic delivery and personal time.
  • Internal training, peer observation, and external workshops.
  • A calm, professional, student-centred campus culture.
  • Real backing from the leadership team when it matters. Submit your application online from this page to be considered by DAV Public School. Interview slots are scheduled after profile review, typically inside five to seven working days.

Common questions about this role

Will I get PF and statutory benefits?

Most registered schools enrol staff in EPF from day one and pay statutory gratuity. ESI cover applies if your gross is within the eligibility limit at joining.

How big are the classes?

Class sizes in Indian K-12 schools usually fall in the 25–40 student range. Premium IB/IGCSE schools often cap sections at 22–25.

What is the average HOD Humanities salary in Chandigarh?

Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to HOD Humanities roles in Chandigarh. As a rough anchor, city tier and board affiliation move the number by 20-40% — IB and Cambridge schools sit at the top, state-board privates at the base.

Which curriculum does the school follow?

DAV Public School follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.

What kind of professional development is offered?

Most schools run weekly/monthly in-house PD sessions on pedagogy and assessment. Funded external workshops (board-specific or subject-specific) are offered to teachers in good standing.

Can I negotiate the salary at DAV Public School?

Most schools have a defined band per role but the final number is negotiable within it. The strongest levers are recent teaching experience, board expertise, and willingness to take on coordinator/extra-curricular responsibilities.

Do I have to work weekends?

Most day schools follow a 6-day or 5.5-day week with Sundays off. Occasional Saturdays may go to events, parent meetings, or PD sessions.

What is the leave policy?

Schools usually offer 10–18 leaves per year on top of public/school holidays. Earned-leave encashment policies vary — check the offer letter.

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 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.

Who fits

Requirements & role details

Role details

Vacancies
3
About the school

DAV Public School

Key facts about DAV Public School

Key facts
Founded
2006
Board
CBSE
Type
Secondary Level
Principal
MANINDER VOHRA
Affiliation #
2630250
Address
SECTOR-39D, CHANDIGARH, DAV PUBLIC SCHOOL,SEC-39D,SHIV MANDIR , DAV PUBLIC SCHOOL, SEC-39D, CHANDIGARH, Sector-39d, Chandigarh, Chandigarh, 160036

DAV Public School is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2006, located in Chandigarh, Chandigarh.

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