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HOD Humanities

at Dev Samaj Modern School No. 2 · South Delhi · Apply in under 60 seconds.

₹10L – ₹25L / yr5–10 yrsCloses 31 Jul 27 days left
South Delhi, DelhicontractPosted 18d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Humanities
School
Dev Samaj Modern School No. 2
City
South Delhi
State
Delhi
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Contract
Salary
₹10L – ₹25L per year
Experience
5–10 years
Posted
15 Jun 2026
Closing date
31 Jul 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD Humanities salary in South Delhi — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹10.2L
per year
Typical
₹17.5L
per year
Senior / high
₹24.7L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD Humanities

at Dev Samaj Modern School No. 2

27 days left

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  • Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
  • CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
  • Established school — running for 51+ years.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Join the faculty at Dev Samaj Modern School No. 2 as a HOD Humanities in South Delhi, Delhi. The school maintains high academic standards alongside a collaborative, professional staff culture. Dev Samaj Modern School No. 2, established 1975, is a senior secondary school in South Delhi, Delhi — a CBSE-affiliated school. The working culture is collaborative, professional, and grounded in student-centred decisions. 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. Perks and culture:
  • Fair compensation with annual review (₹10.2 LPA – ₹24.7 LPA).
  • Stable, full-time engagement with a clear academic calendar.
  • Regular PD through internal and external programmes.
  • A working culture that takes faculty wellbeing seriously.
  • A school that genuinely cares about student outcomes. Apply now using this listing, and your CV reaches the Dev Samaj Modern School No. 2 hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.

Common questions about this role

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.

How long after the interview until I get an offer letter?

Most schools issue a written offer within 3–7 working days of the final round. If you don't hear back in 10 days, a quick polite follow-up via the "Message employer" button on this HOD Humanities listing is usually welcome.

How do I write an application email for this HOD Humanities role?

Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "HOD Humanities application — Dev Samaj Modern School No. 2"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Dev Samaj Modern School No. 2 and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.

How do I make a resume for a CBSE HOD Humanities job?

Lead with a two-line headline (role + years of experience), then Education, Certifications (B.Ed, CTET, board-specific PD), Experience with 3-4 bullet outcomes per school (results, class sizes, projects), and one line each for co-curricular, tech tools and languages. Keep to one page and use the free School Jobs India resume builder for a school-style layout.

Is background verification done before joining?

Standard pre-joining checks cover qualification documents, prior employment, and reference calls. Some larger groups also do criminal-record verification.

Can I negotiate the salary at Dev Samaj Modern School No. 2?

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.

How long does it take to hear back after applying?

Most schools review applications within 5–10 working days. If you don't hear back in two weeks, the role has usually been filled or paused — keep applying to similar openings in the meantime.

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.

How do I apply for this HOD Humanities vacancy?

Use the "Apply" button on this page to submit your application directly through School Jobs India. A free candidate account is required so the school can reach you.

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.

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Role details

Vacancies
2
About the school

Dev Samaj Modern School No. 2

Key facts about Dev Samaj Modern School No. 2

Key facts
Founded
1975
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
VANITA BHARDWAJ
Affiliation #
2730581
Address
NEAR MASIHGARH CHURCH, OKHLA(NEAR SUKHDEV VIHAR) NEW DELHI, Near Masihgarh Church, South Delhi, Delhi, 110025

Dev Samaj Modern School No. 2 is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1975, located in South Delhi, Delhi.

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