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HOD Humanities

₹8.6L – ₹13L / yr6–11 yrsCloses 18 Aug
Sonipat, HaryanacontractPosted 13d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Humanities
School
Doon Public School
City
Sonipat
State
Haryana
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Contract
Salary
₹8.6L – ₹13L per year
Experience
6–11 years
Posted
19 Jun 2026
Closing date
18 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD Humanities salary in Sonipat — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹8.6L
per year
Typical
₹10.6L
per year
Senior / high
₹12.6L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD Humanities

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  • CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
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Overview

A vacancy has opened for a HOD Humanities at Doon Public School in Sonipat, Haryana. The role suits educators who value a structured environment with clear expectations and strong support. Doon Public School in Sonipat, Haryana functions as a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2019,. The leadership team is closely involved in academic planning and faculty support, with a sharp focus on classroom impact. 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. 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. 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. Benefits and culture:
  • Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹8.6 LPA – ₹12.6 LPA).
  • Structured calendar with reasonable workload expectations.
  • Professional development through workshops and internal training.
  • A collaborative staff culture with clear leadership backing.
  • Stable, full-time employment at a settled school. Apply now using this listing, and your CV reaches the Doon Public School hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.

Common questions about this role

Is there a probation period?

Yes — a 3 to 6 month probation is standard in K-12 schools across India. Benefits like PF and gratuity continue to accrue from day one regardless.

What does a typical day look like?

School days usually run 7.5–8 hours with 5–6 teaching periods, plus prep, lunch and one or two non-teaching duties (homework checks, library, club). Saturdays vary by school.

Is this a contract or permanent role?

This is listed as a contract role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.

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?

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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.

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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About the school

Doon Public School

Key facts about Doon Public School

Key facts
Founded
2019
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
JYOTI MATA
Affiliation #
531836
Address
MAIN GOHANA-PANIPAT ROAD NH - 71 MUNDLANA, Main Gohana-panipat Road, Sonipat, Haryana, 131301

Doon Public School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2019, located in Sonipat, Haryana.

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