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HOD Humanities

₹12L – ₹24L / yr7–10 yrsCloses 9 Sept
Hyderabad, Telanganafull-timePosted 4d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Humanities
School
DAV Public School
City
Hyderabad
State
Telangana
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹12L – ₹24L per year
Experience
7–10 years
Posted
29 Jun 2026
Closing date
9 Sept 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD Humanities salary in Hyderabad — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹12.2L
per year
Typical
₹17.9L
per year
Senior / high
₹23.6L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD Humanities

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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 Hyderabad, Telangana is hiring a HOD Humanities. The school is known for its disciplined academic culture and consistent investment in faculty wellbeing. About DAV Public School: a senior secondary institution in Hyderabad, Telangana — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1988,. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. 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. 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. Requirements:
  • Master's degree with a relevant teaching qualification (B.Ed./M.Ed. preferred).
  • Significant classroom experience plus years in coordination/leadership.
  • Calm, confident judgement with students, parents, and staff.
  • Clear writing for academic plans, reports, and parent communication.
  • A track record of building and retaining strong teaching teams. Why join us:
  • Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹12.2 LPA – ₹23.6 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. Click Apply at the top of this page to share your profile with DAV Public School. Suitable applicants are contacted directly to schedule the next round of conversations.

Common questions about this role

Is English fluency required?

Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.

What is the salary for this HOD Humanities role?

Refer to the salary range posted on this page. Most schools negotiate within this band based on your last drawn CTC and relevant experience.

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?

Most schools have 2–3 rounds: an HR call, a demo lesson, then a leadership interview. Be ready to walk through one of your lesson plans and how you handle classroom management.

Is accommodation provided?

Day schools generally don't provide accommodation. The school may help with referrals to nearby PGs or rentals during your relocation.

What is the average HOD Humanities salary in Hyderabad?

Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, HOD Humanities pay in Hyderabad varies with years of experience (each 3-year block adds roughly 15-25%), board (IB > CBSE > state), and school size — the linked full pay report breaks these out further.

What questions are asked in a HOD Humanities interview?

Panels usually ask about your teaching philosophy, a demo lesson walkthrough, how you handle discipline and parents, and syllabus familiarity. See the "Interview questions & answers" section on this page for six of the most common ones and how to answer them.

Who fits

Requirements & role details

Role details

Vacancies
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About the school

DAV Public School

Key facts about DAV Public School

Key facts
Founded
1988
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
BINU JACOB
Affiliation #
3630043
Address
VIVEKANAND NAGAR COLONY KUKATPALLY HYDERABAD ANDHRA PRADESH, Vivekanand Nagar Colony, Hyderabad, Telangana, 500072

DAV Public School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1988, located in Hyderabad, Telangana.

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