HOD Humanities
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Humanities
- School
- Deeksha Heritage School
- City
- Tumakuru
- State
- Karnataka
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Contract
- Salary
- ₹11L – ₹27L per year
- Experience
- 6–11 years
- Posted
- 18 May 2026
- Closing date
- 11 Jul 2026
HOD Humanities
at Deeksha Heritage School
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Why apply
- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
Job description
Overview
Deeksha Heritage School in Tumakuru, Karnataka 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. About Deeksha Heritage School: a secondary institution in Tumakuru, Karnataka — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2012,. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. 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. Responsibilities:
- Lead the assigned section/department on academic and operational matters.
- Mentor teachers through observation, feedback, and development plans.
- Oversee assessment cycles, result analysis, and improvement plans.
- Handle parent escalations professionally and represent the school externally.
- Drive a culture of academic rigour, discipline, and student wellbeing. 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. What we offer:
- Competitive, on-time salary (₹11.4 LPA – ₹26.9 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. Hit Apply on this page to put your CV in front of the Deeksha Heritage School academic lead. Selected profiles progress to a model class and a conversation with leadership.
Common questions about this role
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 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 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 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.
I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Yes. Most schools accept candidates with up to 60 days of notice. Mention your last working day clearly in your application so the school can plan the joining accordingly.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 2
Deeksha Heritage School
Key facts about Deeksha Heritage School
- Founded
- 2012
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary Level
- Principal
- GEETHA R S
- Affiliation #
- 830872
Deeksha Heritage School is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2012, located in Tumakuru, Karnataka.
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