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HOD Humanities

₹8.2L – ₹20L / yr5–9 yrsCloses 21 Jul 18 days left
Dehradun, Uttarakhandfull-timePosted 33d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Humanities
School
Doon Heritage School
City
Dehradun
State
Uttarakhand
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹8.2L – ₹20L per year
Experience
5–9 years
Posted
31 May 2026
Closing date
21 Jul 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD Humanities salary in Dehradun — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹8.2L
per year
Typical
₹14.3L
per year
Senior / high
₹20.5L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD Humanities

at Doon Heritage School

18 days left

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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

Doon Heritage School is looking for a HOD Humanities in Dehradun, Uttarakhand to strengthen its academic team. The school encourages peer observation and continuous professional learning. About the institution: Doon Heritage School in Dehradun, Uttarakhand — a senior secondary setup, established 2013, — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school invests consistently in academic resources, classroom technology, and a culture of professional respect. 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. 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. Candidate requirements:
  • Senior educator with a balanced view of academics and operations.
  • Proven ability to mentor teachers and improve outcomes over time.
  • Strong stakeholder management — board, parents, regulators, vendors.
  • Comfortable with data — assessments, attendance, faculty metrics.
  • A long-term thinker who can also execute well in the short term. Why join us:
  • Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹8.2 LPA – ₹20.5 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. Hit Apply on this page to put your CV in front of the Doon Heritage School academic lead. Selected profiles progress to a model class and a conversation with leadership.

Common questions about this role

What questions are asked in a HOD Humanities interview?

Typical rounds cover self-introduction, why teaching, classroom-management scenarios, subject/syllabus knowledge, and one differentiation scenario. Scroll to "Interview questions & answers" below for six sample questions with model answers tuned for HOD Humanities roles in Dehradun.

Where exactly is Doon Heritage School located?

The school is in Dehradun, Uttarakhand. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.

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.

I'm serving notice — should I still apply?

Absolutely — schools regularly hire candidates on notice. Be upfront about your release date so interview scheduling and the offer timeline can be aligned.

Are detailed lesson plans expected?

Most schools expect weekly lesson plans submitted to the coordinator/HOD, plus unit plans at the start of each term. Templates are usually provided.

How long does it take to hear back after applying?

Schools usually shortlist within a week or two. Set up a job alert for similar roles so you don't miss the next match if this one doesn't move forward.

What's the interview process like for this teaching role?

Typical schools run a screening call → a demo class (15–30 minutes for the relevant grade) → a panel interview with the Principal/HOD. Some boards also ask for a written response or a sample lesson plan.

Who fits

Requirements & role details

Role details

Vacancies
3
About the school

Doon Heritage School

Key facts about Doon Heritage School

Key facts
Founded
2013
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
minakshi soti
Affiliation #
3530410
Address
SUNDERBAN BHAUWALA VIKASH NAGAR DEHRADUN,, Sunderban Bhauwala Vikash, Dehradun, Uttarakhand, 248007

Doon Heritage School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2013, located in Dehradun, Uttarakhand.

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