HOD Humanities
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Humanities
- School
- Dawn The Higher
- City
- Prayagraj
- State
- Uttar Pradesh
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹8.1L – ₹15L per year
- Experience
- 7–10 years
- Posted
- 6 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 20 Aug 2026
HOD Humanities salary in Prayagraj — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
HOD Humanities
at Dawn The Higher
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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
A vacancy has opened for a HOD Humanities at Dawn The Higher in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. The role suits educators who value a structured environment with clear expectations and strong support. About Dawn The Higher in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh: a senior secondary institution, established 2007, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Known locally for steady academic delivery, a stable faculty base, and a balanced mix of academics, sports, and the arts. Details: a high-ownership leadership role. The HOD Humanities leads by example in classrooms, faculty meetings, and parent interactions, while keeping the school's long-term direction in view. 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. 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. Compensation and environment:
- Salary structured fairly across roles (₹8.1 LPA – ₹14.6 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. Apply now using this listing, and your CV reaches the Dawn The Higher hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.
Common questions about this role
How much experience do I need for this HOD Humanities role?
Refer to the experience range posted on this page. If you're close to the minimum, apply with a strong demo lesson plan or portfolio — many schools flex by ±1 year for the right candidate.
Is background verification done before joining?
Yes — most schools run document and reference verification, and many use third-party background checks. Keep your last 2–3 employer references and original certificates ready.
Where exactly is Dawn The Higher located?
The school is in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
What is the average HOD Humanities salary in Prayagraj?
Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, HOD Humanities pay in Prayagraj 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 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.
Is this a contract or permanent role?
This is listed as a full time role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.
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Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 2
Dawn The Higher
Key facts about Dawn The Higher
- Founded
- 2007
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- PRERNA H SRIVASTAVA
- Affiliation #
- 2131468
Dawn The Higher is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2007, located in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh.
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